About the position
Package & Remuneration
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities:
- Build effective and efficient relationships within the supply chain (Planning, Buying and DC teams, Import Suppliers, TFG GMP Division and TFG Freight Forwarders) to ensure on-time shipment and delivery of import orders.
- Manage the foreign currency process involved in placing orders.
- Working with Buyers and Planners to fully implement the Merchandise Strategy.
- Implement the Allocation Strategy according to store turnover and profile.
- Analytical support and feedback to influence the Planning and Buying teams.
- Liaising with stores and the Distribution Centre regarding queries.
- Replenishment management.
- Effective communication with Stores and Field teams.
- Manage the shipping process of orders with GMP and TFG freight forwarders.
- Ensure accurate and timeous placing of orders.
- Manage all aspects surrounding orders i.e. packaging, ticketing, claims, etc.
- Monitor the production process from order placement to delivery.
- Play a coordination role between suppliers, buying & planning, quality control, GMP and freight forwarders and distribution centre teams.
- Regular store visits where appropriate
Qualifications and Experience:
- Have a minimum of bachelor's degree
- Computer literacy on MS Word and MS Excel (intermediate to advanced)
- A minimum of 1-2 years Customer Assistant experience is essential
Skills:
- Planning & Organising
- Works well under pressure
- proactive, deadline driven and flexible to adapt to change
- Has sound planning, organizing and time management skills
- Is fast and accurate with regards to processing and checking detail
- Policy & Procedures
- Market Research and Analysis
- Supplier Management
- Requirements Analysis
Behaviours:
- Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
- Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
- Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
- Recognises, respects, and appreciates the diverse values, beliefs, and perspectives of others
- Effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation
- Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
- Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
- Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
- Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
- Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
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ABOUT US
Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.
We're the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.
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