Shape product assortments through market research, sales analysis, and creative product judgment as an Assistant Buyer in Kimberley, Northern Cape.

Our client seeks an analytical, detail-oriented Assistant Buyer for a specialty retail team. You will work closely with buyers on designated categories, identifying market opportunities and desirable products. This role offers a path into retail buying and merchandising through hands-on assortment planning and category support.

Key Responsibilities:

- Research markets and identify customer preferences and trends
- Support product selection and assortment planning for categories
- Collaborate with merchandising and visual teams on presentation
- Track competitor activity and changing market dynamics




- Attend trade shows to identify products and suppliers

Requirements:

- Minimum two years’ experience in retail or merchandising
- Understanding of retail trends and consumer behavior
- Keen eye for detail and passion for product and fashion
- Ability to manage multiple priorities within a team
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, marketing, or fashion merchandising

Bring consumer insight, analytical thinking, and product enthusiasm to category planning and retail merchandising in Kimberley.

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📌 Retail Buying Assistant Product Strategy (Kimberley)
🏢 Placements24
📍 Kimberley