Merchandise Assistant
PEP
2026/09/28   Northern Suburbs (Cape)

Job Ref #: PEP-3340
Industry: Retail
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
At PEP we call ourselves Dynamos - we have FUN, work hard, and take ownership of everything we do. We work in teams to create world-class solutions. Being a Dynamo of PEP means you are dynamic, helpful and believe in making our customers look and feel good.
Job Description

To coordinate all administrative tasks pertaining to the buying process.  This includes creating and maintaining purchase order information; managing deliveries, ensuring stock arrives timeously; and managing the sample process.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Administration of the sample process (i.e. monitoring progress, sending reports to suppliers) 

  • Liaise with suppliers with regard to order process & shipping

  • Administration of markdown process 

  • Follow up on deliveries 

  • Maintaining the sample room 

  • General administration: handling of queries, capturing orders, filing, etc. 

  • Releasing of Orders 

  • Liaising with the Marketing Department regarding promotions & sample management 

Job Requirements

 

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS 

  • Grade 12 

  • A fashion diploma or degree will be an advantage

  • 3 - 5 Years retail experience working with buyers 

  • Cross functional experience between Buying and other parts of the Business 

  • 5+ Years’ Experience in a Buying environment. 

  • Computer Literacy: MS Office- G-Suite , PLM 

  • A passionate, service oriented team player

Competencies required: Accuracy, Results oriented, Assertiveness, Service-oriented, Flexibility, Integrity, Drive, Adaptability, Providing Feedback, Listening Skills 

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday, 30 September 2026

If you are interested and meet the minimum requirements, please submit your CV to our Direct Hire platform using the following link: 

https://pep.mcidirecthire.com/Internal/CurrentOpportunities

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date of this position, please regard your application as being unsuccessful. 

PEP strives for equal opportunity in terms of its employment equity guidelines.