Category Buyer

Pick n Pay

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Kensington

Gauteng, ZA

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19 Jun 2026

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Pick n Pay

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Kensington

Gauteng, ZA

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Pick n Pay

Kensington

Gauteng, ZA

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19 Jun 2026

Closing Date:

28 Jun 2026

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1 Position Overview

Pick n Pay Retailers is recruiting a Category Buyer to manage its Fruit Category in Kensington, Gauteng. This is a skilled permanent opportunity for experienced retail buying professionals who understand category strategy, supplier management, pricing, merchandising, and financial performance.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to influence product assortment, category growth, margins, and customer satisfaction within one of South Africa’s leading retail brands.

1 Position Overview

The role offers an exciting opportunity to influence product assortment, category growth, margins, and customer satisfaction within one of South Africa’s leading retail brands.

1 Position Overview

The role offers an exciting opportunity to influence product assortment, category growth, margins, and customer satisfaction within one of South Africa’s leading retail brands.

1 Position Overview

The role offers an exciting opportunity to influence product assortment, category growth, margins, and customer satisfaction within one of South Africa’s leading retail brands.

2 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

Grade 12 / Matric
Preferably a relevant university degree
Minimum 3+ years retail buying and category management experience
Proven success in achieving financial KPIs
Strong commercial and category management knowledge
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong knowledge of Power BI reporting and analytics
Ability to build dashboards, reports, and visualisations
Strong analytical and financial modelling skills
Ability to interpret business and financial data

Advantageous:

SAP experience
Fruit category buying experience
Knowledge of store operations and merchandising execution

NB: This is not an entry-level role. Candidates must demonstrate strong buying and negotiation experience. Retail/FMCG category exposure will strengthen your application.

2 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

Grade 12 / Matric
Preferably a relevant university degree
Minimum 3+ years retail buying and category management experience
Proven success in achieving financial KPIs
Strong commercial and category management knowledge
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong knowledge of Power BI reporting and analytics
Ability to build dashboards, reports, and visualisations
Strong analytical and financial modelling skills
Ability to interpret business and financial data

Advantageous:

SAP experience
Fruit category buying experience
Knowledge of store operations and merchandising execution

NB: This is not an entry-level role. Candidates must demonstrate strong buying and negotiation experience. Retail/FMCG category exposure will strengthen your application.

2 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

Grade 12 / Matric
Preferably a relevant university degree
Minimum 3+ years retail buying and category management experience
Proven success in achieving financial KPIs
Strong commercial and category management knowledge
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong knowledge of Power BI reporting and analytics
Ability to build dashboards, reports, and visualisations
Strong analytical and financial modelling skills
Ability to interpret business and financial data

Advantageous:

SAP experience
Fruit category buying experience
Knowledge of store operations and merchandising execution

NB: This is not an entry-level role. Candidates must demonstrate strong buying and negotiation experience. Retail/FMCG category exposure will strengthen your application.

2 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

Grade 12 / Matric
Preferably a relevant university degree
Minimum 3+ years retail buying and category management experience
Proven success in achieving financial KPIs
Strong commercial and category management knowledge
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong knowledge of Power BI reporting and analytics
Ability to build dashboards, reports, and visualisations
Strong analytical and financial modelling skills
Ability to interpret business and financial data

Advantageous:

SAP experience
Fruit category buying experience
Knowledge of store operations and merchandising execution

NB: This is not an entry-level role. Candidates must demonstrate strong buying and negotiation experience. Retail/FMCG category exposure will strengthen your application.

3 Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

Developing and executing fruit category buying plans
Negotiating supplier agreements and contracts
Driving category growth, margins, and profitability
Monitoring merchandising performance and recommending improvements
Building supplier relationships and managing performance metrics
Supporting private label category strategies
Conducting financial analysis and business performance reporting
Working closely with store operations teams to implement category plans

Tip: Employers will highly value candidates who can combine strong commercial negotiation with advanced data analysis.

3 Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

Developing and executing fruit category buying plans
Negotiating supplier agreements and contracts
Driving category growth, margins, and profitability
Monitoring merchandising performance and recommending improvements
Building supplier relationships and managing performance metrics
Supporting private label category strategies
Conducting financial analysis and business performance reporting
Working closely with store operations teams to implement category plans

Tip: Employers will highly value candidates who can combine strong commercial negotiation with advanced data analysis.

3 Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

Developing and executing fruit category buying plans
Negotiating supplier agreements and contracts
Driving category growth, margins, and profitability
Monitoring merchandising performance and recommending improvements
Building supplier relationships and managing performance metrics
Supporting private label category strategies
Conducting financial analysis and business performance reporting
Working closely with store operations teams to implement category plans

Tip: Employers will highly value candidates who can combine strong commercial negotiation with advanced data analysis.

3 Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

Developing and executing fruit category buying plans
Negotiating supplier agreements and contracts
Driving category growth, margins, and profitability
Monitoring merchandising performance and recommending improvements
Building supplier relationships and managing performance metrics
Supporting private label category strategies
Conducting financial analysis and business performance reporting
Working closely with store operations teams to implement category plans

Tip: Employers will highly value candidates who can combine strong commercial negotiation with advanced data analysis.

4 What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

Permanent employment with a major retailer
Competitive market-related salary
Exposure to strategic retail buying decisions
Career growth in category management and procurement
Experience with high-impact commercial negotiations

Tip: Showcase measurable results from previous buying roles, such as margin growth, sales growth, or supplier savings.

4 What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

Permanent employment with a major retailer
Competitive market-related salary
Exposure to strategic retail buying decisions
Career growth in category management and procurement
Experience with high-impact commercial negotiations

Tip: Showcase measurable results from previous buying roles, such as margin growth, sales growth, or supplier savings.

4 What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

Permanent employment with a major retailer
Competitive market-related salary
Exposure to strategic retail buying decisions
Career growth in category management and procurement
Experience with high-impact commercial negotiations

Tip: Showcase measurable results from previous buying roles, such as margin growth, sales growth, or supplier savings.

4 What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

Permanent employment with a major retailer
Competitive market-related salary
Exposure to strategic retail buying decisions
Career growth in category management and procurement
Experience with high-impact commercial negotiations

Tip: Showcase measurable results from previous buying roles, such as margin growth, sales growth, or supplier savings.

5 Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit:

Updated CV
Qualifications
Supporting documents

Ensure your CV includes:

Full employment history
Buying/category management achievements
Technical skills (Excel, Power BI, SAP)

Closing date: 28 June 2026
Apply early — late submissions may not be accepted.
Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official PnP career portal page.

Tip: Include quantified achievements such as revenue growth, cost savings, or improved category performance.

5 Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit:

Updated CV
Qualifications
Supporting documents

Ensure your CV includes:

Full employment history
Buying/category management achievements
Technical skills (Excel, Power BI, SAP)

Closing date: 28 June 2026
Apply early — late submissions may not be accepted.
Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official PnP career portal page.

Tip: Include quantified achievements such as revenue growth, cost savings, or improved category performance.

5 Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit:

Updated CV
Qualifications
Supporting documents

Ensure your CV includes:

Full employment history
Buying/category management achievements
Technical skills (Excel, Power BI, SAP)

Closing date: 28 June 2026
Apply early — late submissions may not be accepted.
Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official PnP career portal page.

Tip: Include quantified achievements such as revenue growth, cost savings, or improved category performance.

5 Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit:

Updated CV
Qualifications
Supporting documents

Ensure your CV includes:

Full employment history
Buying/category management achievements
Technical skills (Excel, Power BI, SAP)

Closing date: 28 June 2026
Apply early — late submissions may not be accepted.
Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official PnP career portal page.

Tip: Include quantified achievements such as revenue growth, cost savings, or improved category performance.

6 FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.

What qualifications are required?

Matric is required, while a relevant university degree is preferred.

Who can apply?

Candidates with retail buying and category management experience, especially within FMCG.

Is experience required?

Yes. A minimum of 3 years of relevant retail buying experience is essential.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official (Company Name) application page and upload your supporting documents.

Is there career growth?

Yes. This role can progress into Senior Buyer, Category Manager, Procurement Manager, or Commercial leadership positions.

6 FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.

What qualifications are required?

Matric is required, while a relevant university degree is preferred.

Who can apply?

Candidates with retail buying and category management experience, especially within FMCG.

Is experience required?

Yes. A minimum of 3 years of relevant retail buying experience is essential.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official (Company Name) application page and upload your supporting documents.

Is there career growth?

Yes. This role can progress into Senior Buyer, Category Manager, Procurement Manager, or Commercial leadership positions.

6 FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.

What qualifications are required?

Matric is required, while a relevant university degree is preferred.

Who can apply?

Candidates with retail buying and category management experience, especially within FMCG.

Is experience required?

Yes. A minimum of 3 years of relevant retail buying experience is essential.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official (Company Name) application page and upload your supporting documents.

Is there career growth?

Yes. This role can progress into Senior Buyer, Category Manager, Procurement Manager, or Commercial leadership positions.

6 FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.

What qualifications are required?

Matric is required, while a relevant university degree is preferred.

Who can apply?

Candidates with retail buying and category management experience, especially within FMCG.

Is experience required?

Yes. A minimum of 3 years of relevant retail buying experience is essential.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official (Company Name) application page and upload your supporting documents.

Is there career growth?

Yes. This role can progress into Senior Buyer, Category Manager, Procurement Manager, or Commercial leadership positions.

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We are not involved in recruitment decisions. Always verify details via the official employer website.

7 Disclaimer

Spanisam serves as an information and job listing platform only.
We are not involved in recruitment decisions. Always verify details via the official employer website.

7 Disclaimer

Spanisam serves as an information and job listing platform only.
We are not involved in recruitment decisions. Always verify details via the official employer website.

7 Disclaimer

Spanisam serves as an information and job listing platform only.
We are not involved in recruitment decisions. Always verify details via the official employer website.

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