3 Senior Buyer jobs in New Zealand
Retail Buyer
Posted 4 days ago
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Company: ARKH2012 Ltd
Location: Wellington, New Zealand
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours of Work: Minimum 30 hours per week
Pay Range: NZ$27-$34/hour
About Us
ARKH2012 Ltd is a trusted retail grocery chain, known for quality service, strong supplier relationships, and delivering value to customers. We are seeking a proactive and strategic Retail Buyer who can help shape product selection, supplier partnerships, and promotional strategies to ensure our stores remain competitive and responsive to customer trends.
Key Responsibilities
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Monitor sales data, inventory/stock levels and review trade, manufacturer, and market data to keep ahead of changing market conditions
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Negotiate purchase, promotion and supply contracts with suppliers, ensuring value for money and strong relationships
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Design and implement pricing, marketing, promotion, and product display strategies to drive sales
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Collaborate with store management on long-term planning, seasonal product lines, and sales promotions
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Forecast consumer trends and determine quantity, style and quality of goods to be purchased
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Establish purchasing and stocking plans according to seasonal demand and budgetary constraints
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Inspect, compare and select goods; perform quality evaluation to ensure product standards
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Manage sample reviews from suppliers, ensure product specifications are met
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Occasionally may involve buying and/or perishable goods; ensuring freshness, yield, quality
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Work closely with merchandising, store operations, and finance teams
Qualifications & Experience Required
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Level 4 qualification (or higher) or a relevant field at least 2 years’ relevant work experiences
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Strong negotiation skills and demonstrated ability working with suppliers
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Solid analytical skills – able to interpret sales/inventory data and market trends
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Excellent communication and planning abilities
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Experience with product selection, quality assessments, and seasonal planning preferred
Retail Buyer – Warehouse Management
Posted 20 days ago
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Position: Retail Buyer – Warehouse Management
Company: VNZ International Limited
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Employment type: Full-time, permanent
Guaranteed hours: 30 hours per week
Pay range: NZD $28–$35 per hour depending on skills and experience
VNZ International Limited is a leading New Zealand–Vietnam freight and logistics company specialising in assisting customers to send goods purchased in New Zealand to their families, friends, or business partners in Vietnam. We also source and stock high-demand products, including nutritional supplements and dairy products, to offer directly to our customers for export.
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Retail Buyer – Warehouse Management to oversee the full cycle of product sourcing, purchasing, warehousing, and dispatch operations.
Key tasks, duties, and responsibilities
- Source and evaluate potential suppliers; negotiate contracts, pricing, and trade terms
- Review and assess supplier performance and report any issues or disputes
- Select and purchase stock items based on customer demand and market trends
- Monitor inventory levels, pricing, and delivery times using business-relevant software or systems, and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers; attend trade shows and industry events
- Receive and check goods on arrival; manage warehouse organisation and stock rotation
- Prepare customer orders: provide quotations, pack goods, and coordinate dispatch
- Liaise with freight and shipping companies to arrange delivery of goods to Vietnam
- Review and evaluate product quality, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Maintain accurate inventory and purchasing records; prepare and present reports on purchasing activities and performance to management
- Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to plan and implement promotional strategies and campaigns
Minimum skills, experience and qualifications
- At least 2–3 years of work experience in purchasing, retail buying, or warehouse/logistics coordination
- Strong knowledge of inventory control systems and supply chain procedures
- Proven negotiation and communication skills to work with suppliers and freight partners
- Ability to analyse sales and stock data to make purchasing decisions
- High attention to detail and strong organisational and time management skills
- A relevant qualification (e.g. business, supply chain, logistics, or related field) is preferred but not mandatory if equivalent experience is demonstrated
Consultant - Supply Chain (Mexico)
Posted 25 days ago
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Quality, Logistics & Production | Crisis Management / Critical Situations | Cost Reduction | HR Services
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