We’re seeking a Senior Buyer to join our Product & Sourcing team based in Alexandria.

As a Senior Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in bringing our product ranges to life. Working closely with the Head of Product and cross-functional teams, you'll lead the end-to-end buying and product development process, delivering commercially successful ranges that align with dusk's creative vision, customer trends, and business objectives.

What You'll Do

- Develop and execute category buying strategies that deliver sales, margin, and inventory targets

- Lead the end-to-end product development process, from concept and sourcing through to product launch

- Source, negotiate, and build strong relationships with local and international suppliers to deliver quality products at target margins

- Manage critical path timelines to ensure products are delivered on time and meet quality, compliance, and brand standards

- Analyse sales performance, customer insights, and market trends to identify opportunities and optimise product ranges

- Work closely with Planning, Creative, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Compliance teams to deliver successful seasonal ranges

- Monitor competitor activity, emerging trends, and product innovation to keep dusk at the forefront of the market

- Support seasonal range reviews, forecasting, pricing, and promotional planning

- Mentor and support the Buying Coordinator, fostering collaboration and continuous development

- Represent dusk at local and international trade fairs, supplier visits, and sourcing trips as required

About You





- Significant experience in a Senior Buying, Category Management, or Product Development role within retail, preferably homewares or lifestyle products

- Demonstrated success developing commercially successful product ranges and achieving sales and margin targets

- Strong product development, sourcing, and supplier negotiation experience

- Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to analyse data and make informed buying decisions

- Experience managing critical paths and delivering products to tight deadlines

- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple business functions

- Strong leadership skills with experience coaching or mentoring junior team members

- Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience using retail buying or merchandise systems
- A passion for product, design, customer trends, and delivering exceptional retail experiences

What You'll Love

- Generous employee discounts!

- Opportunity to shape exciting product ranges for one of Australia's leading specialty retailers

- Collaborative and creative team environment where your ideas are valued

- Market-competitive salary and benefits package

- Professional development opportunities and interstate/international sourcing exposure

- Supportive leadership and a commitment to work-life balance

If you're ready to combine your commercial expertise with creativity and innovation to deliver products our customers love, we'd love to hear from you!

📌 Senior Buyer (Sydney)
🏢 Dusk
📍 Sydney