Buyer
Now Hiring | Aus eCommerce Fashion | Sydney
The Brand |
This award winning and industry recognized Australian eComm business is a success story that is hitting their stride – at the helm is an inspirational female led executive team that have totally embraced the power of social media – this is your opportunity to join the team as a Buyer.
The Role |
As our Buyer you will work closely with the Head of Buying, Planner and CEO to select and source the best products and deliver successful ranges in wearable shapes and styles that customers will love. Supported by an Buyers Admin Assistant you will also manage the end-to-end development and on time delivery of products, managing the critical path and maximising revenue and profits.
Develop and deliver on trend ranges for the customer that meet price, fashionability and quality expectations.
Work with the Buying Manager to set seasonal budgets, category plans and option counts.
Be the champion for product across the business and clearly communicate the product strategy to all relevant stakeholders.
Collaborate with the creative team to communicate product features and benefits in a timely manner, aligned with the marketing calendar objectives so they can in turn communicate this best to our customer.
Manage the critical path from product development to delivery, ensuring styles are delivered on time and on budget.
Work in partnership with our vendors to negotiate cost prices, payment terms and deliveries and manage product quality.
Monitor trends across social media, competitors, influencers & celebrities to develop and launch must have products at the right time.
The Skillset |
We imagine your background might look something like the following but if you feel you meet most then contact us anyway – we love to chat!
Qualifications in Fashion Design, Textiles or Fashion Business or equivalent fashion experience
Garment construction knowledge, along with product development skills
Intermediate to advanced excel skills and strong retail maths skills
Experience negotiating, building relationships and liaising with off shore suppliers
A genuine love, borderline obsession with fashion.
We are happy to consider Junior Buyers ready for their next step – considerable experience at a Junior Buyer level is required
Previous experiencing working within an E-commerce highly desirable and vertical sourcing
The Offer |
The perks are many – outside of a strong remuneration package:
A generous staff discount
Parties and events - lots of fun throughout the year
Development - we want you to get the most out of your role
Awesome company culture
Pet friendly
Based in Ultimo this is a growing business that will ensure you hit your career development goals! To discuss this role please contact us with your resume today!
The Talent Mill Recruitment division is a bespoke consultancy and talent acquisition specialist within the fashion, lifestyle and retail industries. With more than 10 years specialist expertise with luxury, lifestyle & fashion brands globally we discover, recognize, and connect inspiring individuals to the most desirable brands as a trusted support to founder-led start-ups, SME’s and multinational corporations within the fashion & retail industry.
Recruitment – but make it ethical not transactional. Quality over quantity – always. Truly consultative and delivered at pace. We hold a genuine passion and expertise for the industries we support, and offer a unique and modern recruitment proposition – one where we develop long term, meaningful connections, add value and deliver an unforgettable service.