23 Jul
Eden Gardens Sydney
Macquarie Park
Assistant Buyer
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Working closely with the Senior Buyer the Assistant Buyer's role is to support the creation, selection and sourcing of products. The Assistant Buyer's responsibilities include administrative support to the Buying team, maintaining positive vendor relations, placing and tracking purchase orders, managing inventory and keeping abreast of market trends.
The Assistant Buyer should be confident, motivated to learn and grow, highly organized and an excellent communicator.
Assist the Buying team in all administrative tasks, ensuring deadlines are met with strong attention to detail.
Database maintenance of existing products, the creation of SKU and upkeep of the master file and range plans
Ensure website content is up to date and accurate to drive great customer experience.
Complete marketing campaign planner, manage photography planner, check social media planner weekly and respond to any marketing queries.
Duties and responsibilities:
Management and approval of product development samples and packaging
Critical path management and supplier liaison, both International and local
Monitoring orders and delivery timelines
Attend supplier meetings, manage submissions and costing files
Weekly review and assessment of store stock replenishment
Responding to queries from the logistics team with any receipting and order queries
Requirements and qualifications:
Have a passion for retail and a love of Homewares & Plants
Self-motivated and able to work without supervision
Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas
Have the ability to multi-task and perform under pressure.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
Strong written and verbal communication
Competent numerical, analytical and organizational skills.
Able to determine own priorities with the adaptability to changing priorities as required
A collaborator and team player
Previous experience in the merchandise or retail industry is a plus.
Experience with merchandise software systems is a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, in particular, Excel
Degree in business, economics, marketing or a related field preferred
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Employee discount
Schedule:
Day shift
Work Authorisation:
Australia (required)
Work Location: In person
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