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In this permanent role, you’ll provide planning, analytical and administrative support to the Buyer, helping ensure our ranges are relevant, commercially successful and delivered to stores and online at the right time.
You’ll work closely with suppliers and collaborate across Merchandise Planning, Marketing, Supply Chain, Visual Merchandising, eCommerce and our store network. You’ll also use customer, sales and market insights to help identify emerging trends, improve product performance and support future buying decisions.
Support the Buyer with category strategy, range development and seasonal planning
Use sales performance, customer insights and market trends to inform product and ranging decisions
Assist with the development and maintenance of brand maps and product assortments
Build effective relationships with suppliers and coordinate day-to-day vendor communications
Validate and manage purchase orders, helping ensure stock is delivered on time and in full
Monitor product performance, stock levels, promotional activity and competitor offerings
Support weekly stock ordering, allocations, replenishment and inventory management
Coordinate samples, ticketing and product requirements for marketing, eCommerce and in-store campaigns
Partner with Marketing, Merchandise Planning, Supply Chain, Visual Merchandising and store teams to deliver successful product and brand launches
Prepare product, vendor and performance reports to support commercial decision-making
Contribute to post-season reviews and recommend opportunities to improve future ranges and brand performance
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A genuine passion for retail, product, brands and emerging customer trends
Previous experience within retail, buying, merchandise planning, allocation is beneficial
Strong numerical and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail
Confidence using Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite as well as AI tools such as Copilot
Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships
A proactive, curious and solutions-focused approach
The ability to work collaboratively across teams while taking ownership of individual responsibilities
A qualification in business, fashion, merchandising or a related discipline will be highly regarded
Australian premium department store retailer serving shoppers through fashion, beauty, food, homewares, technology, and omnichannel services.
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