Job Description

Billy J is one of Australia's leading online fashion retailers, delivering thousands of new styles each year to customers across Australia and internationally. What began on the Sunshine Coast has grown into a recognised ecommerce brand with a team of more than 160 people and ambitious plans for continued global expansion.

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We're looking for an experienced Buyer to take ownership of a significant product category and drive its commercial performance. This role combines strategic buying, trading, supplier management and inventory optimisation, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a quick-paced, data-driven retail environment.You'll have genuine ownership of your category, influence future product development and work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver commercial outcomes.

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Billy J is one of Australia's leading online fashion retailers, delivering thousands of new styles each year to customers across Australia and internationally. What began on the Sunshine Coast has grown into a recognised ecommerce brand with a team of more than 160 people and ambitious plans for continued global expansion.

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We're looking for an experienced Buyer to take ownership of a significant product category and drive its commercial performance. This role combines strategic buying, trading, supplier management and inventory optimisation, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven retail environment.You'll have genuine ownership of your category, influence future product development and work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver commercial outcomes.

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Why Billy J?

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- Be part of one of Australia's fastest-growing fashion ecommerce businesses.
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- Influence product strategy from concept through to the customer.
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- Work in a collaborative environment where decisions are made quickly and ideas are valued.
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- Play a key role in expanding into international markets.
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- Enjoy a monthly RDO and a culture that values both performance and work-life balance.
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About You

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You'll be an experienced fashion buyer who combines commercial thinking with a genuine passion for product.

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You'll ideally have

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- 3-5+ years' experience as a Fashion Buyer within a fast-paced ecommerce or retail business.
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- Strong commercial acumen with proven experience managing sales, gross margin and inventory performance.
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- Excellent analytical skills and confidence making data-led trading decisions.
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- Experience negotiating directly with suppliers and managing commercial relationships.
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- A thorough understanding of buying systems such as Shopify, Style Arcade, Inventory Planner or similar platforms.
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- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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- Relevant tertiary qualifications are advantageous but not essential.
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Why this role?

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This is an opportunity to own a category within one of Australia's most recognised online fashion businesses.



Your decisions will directly influence sales performance, customer experience and business growth, making this a highly visible and rewarding role for an ambitious Buyer.

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Key Responsibilities

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Commercial trading

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- Take full ownership of the daily trading performance of your category.
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- Analyse sales, gross margin, conversion, sell-through, stock cover and profitability to maximise commercial outcomes.
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- Identify risks and opportunities early and implement trading actions accordingly.
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Buying & range strategy

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- Develop commercially balanced ranges that align with customer demand, market trends and business objectives.
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- Lead seasonal assortment planning, product selection, sample approvals and range architecture.
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- Monitor competitor activity and emerging trends to ensure Billy J remains a market leader.
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- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
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- Lead commercial negotiations including pricing, payment terms, lead times and cost management.
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- Partner with suppliers to improve product quality and delivery performance.
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Inventory Management

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- Make informed decisions regarding replenishment, allocations, markdowns and exit strategies.
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- Optimise stock turn while maintaining availability and profitability.
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- Prepare regular trading reports and present actionable insights to senior leadership.
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- Work closely with Planning, Marketing, Ecommerce and Product Development to ensure successful product launches and campaigns.
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- Ensure purchase orders, approvals and critical path milestones are delivered accurately and on time.
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📌 Fashion Apparel Buyer (Queensland)
🏢 Billy J
📍 Queensland