CJM Procurement Officer - CJ Marketing - Delmas

Dis-Chem Pharmacies CJ Marketing has an opportunity for Procurement Officer in Delmas To manage suppliers, trading terms, market analysis, product selection/ buying, planning, stock management, driving turnover and profit. Reporting and analytics. Implementation of promotional strategy set out by agencys marketing objectives. Minimum Requirements Essential: Grade 12 Matric and/or Senior Certificate with Mathematics and Accounting Minimum of 3 years procurement experience in the media / design, marketing or events industry Advantageous: Degree in Buying and/ or Finance or Retail Management Job Specification Stock Management: Analyse consumer buying patterns to predict future trends and keep these trend figures in mind when choosing product ranges Buy merchandise according to CJ Marketings client needs. Regularly review performance indicators, such as sales and discount levels Ensure stock turn, sell through and stock on hand are within the required ranges. Collaborate with interdependent departments to identify the nature of spend impacting the category to mitigate any risks Ensure stock turn, sell through and stock on hand are within the required ranges. Review and track sales performance figures and competitor activities. Assist in managing plans to ensure optimal stock levels for the business at all times. Liaise with in sales team to ensure supply meets demand. Take appropriate action to maximise sales and minimize losses. Place supplier orders on to the relevant systems, negotiating prices and delivery contracts. Do intense research on product ranges before deciding on merchandise. Assist in choosing product ranges according to available sales reports and market research. Ensure operating and financial plans meet the requirements of the Production departments objectives to meet customer needs. Effectively research and identify trend setting opportunities for the agency to bring market. Marketing: Assist in ensuring a detailed marketing plan is formulated and that it`s in line with the overall company strategy. Ensure clients are able access options to replenish existing stock. Accurately analyse target audiences to determine the type of marketing offers that would be most effective to ensure marketing is in line with consumer trends. Assist in identifying campaign costs in order for agency to allocate budgets to each marketing campaign Assist in establish a schedule to cover campaign design, development, production and distribution of marketing material to meet launch dates. Assist in managing the marketing critical path to meet set deadlines. Assist in review cost against the original campaign budget after campaigns have run in order to report on its efficacy. Develop and maintain pricing strategies for client types to ensure customer needs are met while remaining competitive in the market. Financial: Assist in developing a yearly strategy in order for sales teams to reach their targets. Keep informed of inventory, expenditures and deliveries of various product ranges and ensure they are in line with department budgets and objectives. Assist in increasing profit margins where possible. Administration/ Reporting: Ensure the appropriate action is taken in regard to changes in demand and logistics of certain products Write accurate and up to date reports to facilitate the forecasting of sales levels. Judge product quality by using customer feedback as a measuring tool. Report monthly sales, trends and finances to the Agency Sales Manager. Report on product plans on a monthly basis, (sales, profit, market shares and stock returns) Stakeholder Relationship: Work closely with the Sales team and online store team, designers and marketing staff to ensure product quantities and displays are accurate and in line with quality expectations. Conduct regular supplier reviews. Negotiating trading terms. Present collections / new reangles of new products to management on a regular basis. Write reports on relevant products and their sales, quality and feedback. Actively nurture and grow meaningful supplier relationships. Liaising with other relevant departments the group to ensure projects are completed on time. General: Housekeeping must be in accordance to Dis-Chem standards. Make sure that your workstation is always clean and tidy. Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures. Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations. ROLE COMPETENCIES Knowledge Essential: Knowledge of Industry standards, relevant product laws and regulations,retail and buying. Knowledge and understanding of market trends and competitor analysis, management, supplier co-op negotiations and trading terms, financial planning. Cognitive Skills: Essential: Problem Solving. Creative and Innovate thinking. Decision making and Judgment Communication Skills:English Read, write and speak well. Must have basic knowledge and skills to be able to use different communication methods (written and verbal) and be able to communicate on different levels. Communication Skills;Must have basic knowledge and skills to be able to use different communication methods (written and verbal) and be able to communicate on different levels Interpersonal Skills:Advanced Customer service. Teamwork / Collaboration. Networking skills. Emotional intelligence. Influencing others. Be able to articulate strategies and perform Quality Orientation:Essential: Attention to detail. Accuracy. Focus on quality. Thoroughness. Leadership Skills: Essential: Enforcing laws, rules and Regulations. Strategic vision Special conditions of employment: South African citizen Office Based MIE, clear criminal and credit Drivers license and/or own reliable transport Remuneration and benefits: Market related salary Medical aid Provident fund Staff account ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL. Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chems approved Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chems Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.