Thandi Moyo

Fast learning, accurate, innovative, creative and practical team player and leader with more than two decades of working in the fashion and retail industry, both in buying and procurement managerial positions. Experienced in establishing clear product and project timelines, implementing right processes and steps to achieve objectives. Agile, organized, results-driven professional who performs well under pressure.

Passionate about working with people and products, creating long-lasting relationships and partnerships with all stakeholders.

Buyer (Contract) at The Retail Hub (2020-09 – Present)

Procurement and buying management in retail environment

• Procuring stock for various departments and categories in line with OTB and budgets
• Range Building
• Supplier Sourcing and Selection
• Stock management

Senior Buyer at Select M Stores (2009-09 – 2020-05)

Senior buying role managing multiple departments and categories

• Procuring stock for various departments and categories in line with OTB and budgets
• Range Building
• Supplier Sourcing and Selection
• Stock management
• Profitable grew Unit Sales and Rand Sales by 39% and 47% in 2012 respectively despite closing down half of the stores in the Chain
• Introduced imports from Mauritius
• Successfully introduced Cosmetics and Beverage Products
• Successfully re-developed in-house Men's Apparel brand 'Lemon & Soda' with local and international suppliers

Buyer / Senior Buyer at The Edgars Group (1999-02 – 2005-06)

Buying and stock management roles in retail environment

• Procuring stock for various departments and categories in line with OTB and budgets
• Stock management
• Supply chain management
• Stock take procedures and processes
• Successfully took over Edgars Ladies' Footwear over stocked department from unhealthy 52 weeks cover to profitable 3 months cover
• Introduced Imports from Mauritius with well priced merchandise and fashionability
• Managed all Ladies' & Children's Footwear, SBR, Ladies' Intimate wear, Smalls, Infants & Toddlers, Girls & Pre-Girls, Manchester, Luggage departments profitably

Buying Manager at The Edgars Group (2005-07 – 2007-11)

Management role overseeing buying operations and team leadership

• Creating a working environment that employees strive to be part of
• Hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating team players
• Ensuring all business practices are in place and adhered to for business success and growth
• Analysing financials and trends to manage cash flow
• Determining pricing strategies based on costs, competition, and customer demand
• Developing marketing strategies for products and services to increase sales and brand awareness
• Evaluating customer satisfaction to improve customer service and product offerings
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices
• Developing and guiding the team on range developments and assortment plans for exports into Africa
• Creating a retail environment where clients are taken care of at all levels
• Built, developed and motivated a results driven merchandising team through mentoring and training programs

Diploma in Edgars Buying and Planning – The Edgars Group (1999-02 – 2001-06)

Higher National Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management – Bulawayo Polytechnic (1997-01 – 1998-04)

National Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management – Bulawayo Polytechnic (1994-01 – 1996-12)

Cambridge Certificate in A Level – Montrose Girls High School (1991-01 – 1992-11)

Cambridge Certificate in O Level – Luveve High School (1987-01 – 1990-11)