Since 2011, our business has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand. As a leading fashion e-commerce and lifestyle destination in the region, our platforms provide an inspiring and seamless end-to-end customer experience through our own technology innovations.

Our Commercial team is data, product and trend orientated. The team is customer obsessed and delivers the future of fashion through curating a customer-centric platform of choice. The Category Buying team works closely with the Planning team to drive sales, maximise profit, manage intake and ensure that of-the-moment and forward-thinking ranges engage our customers.

Join Our Team as an Entry Category Buyer – Menswear

Are you passionate about menswear? Do you excel at spotting trends and driving category growth? We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced Entry Category Buyer / Junior Buyer to elevate our menswear categories. This role is ideal for a junior buyer or an experienced assistant buyer ready to take the next step.

As the Entry Category Buyer, you will report to the Senior Category Buyer. You will support department strategy, vision and budget planning, and help the category achieve sales growth in line with our commercial strategy. This role is essential in driving the conception and development of product within your allocated category, always championing innovation and creativity.

About the Role

You will:

• Understand and drive company-wide strategies and OKRs
• Conduct market research to stay up to date with the latest trends and products in e-commerce, making recommendations on product and/or brand selection
• Monitor inventory levels to maintain adequate stock availability
• Evaluate vendor performance and support selection, deactivation and exit processes
• Negotiate favourable commercial terms across both commission-based (Platform) and OTB-based (Wholesale) vendors
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and industry regulations
• Identify emerging trends and source new products that resonate with customers
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including brand plans, SKU lists and department brand profile matrices
• Identify opportunities to improve the onsite customer experience
• Analyse data, interpret trends and make informed, evidence-based decisions
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and propose effective procurement and platform strategies
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, fostering long-term partnerships
• Liaise on vendor onboarding and provide ongoing support
• Collaborate with key brands to build and optimise assortments
• Manage underperforming brands and propose informed improvement strategies
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, particularly with contract terms and conditions
• Collaborate proactively with Marketing to identify GTM and promotional opportunities
• Develop and implement strategic roadmaps aligned to commercial strategy, brand adjacencies and customer demographics
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders including Marketing, Vendor Management, Operations and Finance
• Communicate clearly, effectively and concisely
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members
• Adapt to changes in the market and industry, remaining open to learning new skills and approaches
• Undertake any other duties as reasonably required

About You

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Junior Buyer or experienced Assistant Buyer in a high-volume business
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs)
• Strong communication skills with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• A collaborative mindset aligned with our values
• A genuine love for fashion

Life at Our Business

From our ways of working to our growth mindset and sustainable approach, everyone adds unique value while having fun along the way. People are our greatest asset, and our employee experience is designed to empower you to do your best work.

What you can expect:

• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Learning days, development programs and hackathons
• Parental leave benefits and family-friendly initiatives
• Paid birthday leave and a gift to celebrate
• Staff discounts and access to sample sales
• Wellbeing programs and discounted gym memberships
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Paid volunteer days supporting social and environmental initiatives
• A dog-friendly office

Additional Information

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to individuals throughout the application and interview process and while performing job functions.

🟢 Please consider applying even if you don’t meet 100% of the criteria 🟢

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