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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 9 days takealot.com's roles stay open a median of 38 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of takealot.com's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at takealot.com
- high 35 stale, 10 reposted of 82 open
- Hiring momentum
- 132 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from takealot.com's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for takealot.com.
About this role
The Senior Buyer (Toys) at Takealot.com will lead the procurement and purchasing process for the Toys category, focusing on supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and strategic decision-making to enhance the supply chain. Responsibilities include developing growth strategies, managing stock and availability, and ensuring a high-quality customer experience. The role also involves mentoring junior buyers and collaborating with various teams to drive innovation and sales.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of takealot.com as an employer.
What you need
- 5 years related retail buying / commerce / e-commerce experience
- Experience in buying for Toys category
- National Diploma / Bachelor's Degree (Business Science or Commerce degree preferable)
- Strong commercial acumen
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Ability to manage priorities according to clear prioritization and structured planning
Nice to have
- Existing industry networks a significant plus
- Passionate about the Home industry and the potential of e-commerce
- Understanding of the key business drivers within online retail
- Entrepreneurial/commercial mindset
Worth weighing
- No salary listed
- The role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to use data for decision-making, which may be challenging for some candidates
- Mentoring junior buyers indicates a leadership component, which may appeal to those looking for growth opportunities
Summarised from takealot.com's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by takealot.com on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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