About this role
Who we are
Yuppiechef is South Africa's premier kitchen and homeware destination. Based in Westlake,
Cape Town, with retail stores across major cities, we see ourselves as helping people find more
moments of joy in their homes — through products that make daily life more comfortable,
innovative, and beautiful. We do this through a seamless omnichannel experience, pairing
world-class service with an obsessive eye for curation, both in-store and online.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a commercially driven, design-forward Buyer to contribute to the growth of our
Homeware category.
If you live and breathe interior trends, have an instinctive sense of what South Africans want in
their living spaces, and possess the analytical muscle to build balanced, high-margin, profitable
product ranges across our retail and digital channels, this role is for you.
What experience and skills you need for the role
Experience:
● 3–5+ years of buying experience in retail merchandising, with significant exposure to
Homeware, Decor, Textiles, or Gifting.
● Proven track record of managing a category's P&L, meeting GP targets, and driving
top-line sales growth.
● Demonstrated experience in omnichannel retail (both brick-and-mortar store planning
and e-commerce dynamics).
Qualifications:
● Relevant tertiary qualification in Fashion/Retail Buying, Merchandising, Business
Management, Interior Design, or a related field.
Skills:
● Commercial Acumen
● Analytical Tools
● Communication & Influence
● Creative Vision
Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.