Marlize Koen

Marlize Koen is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in retail buying, product development, and supplier management across multiple companies. Currently serving as a Senior Product Developer and Retail Buyer at NetFlorist since April 2021, Marlize excels in range development, sourcing product components, negotiating supplier terms, and executing quarterly strategies. Prior experience includes a Senior Retail Buyer role at Safari Outdoor, where Marlize managed a large SKU base and developed private label products, and positions at The Pro Shop, Direkshinz, Weylandts, and Nowadays Interiors, focusing on merchandising, client consultation, and supplier negotiations. Marlize holds a Bachelor’s degree in Consumer Science from the University of Pretoria, earned between 2002 and 2006.