Job Description
Since ****, a leading fashion e-commerce retailer has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand. As the #1 fashion e-commerce & lifestyle destination in the region, its e-commerce platforms provide an inspiring and seamless end‐to‐end customer experience through innovative technology.
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The Commercial team is data, product and trend orientated. Customer‐obsessed and commercially driven, the team curates a customer‐first platform by partnering closely with Planning to drive sales, maximise profit, manage intake and deliver forward‐thinking product ranges.
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We're on the hunt for an experienced and passionate Established Category Buyer – Women's Mainstream to join our dynamic Commercial team.
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In this exciting role, you'll play a pivotal part in shaping the women's fashion category, curating a selection that reflects the latest trends and meets the evolving needs of customers. If you're driven by data, thrive on creativity and have a flair for negotiation, this is your chance to make a lasting impact in one of Australia's leading e‐commerce businesses.
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About the Role
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Understand and drive company‐wide strategies and OKRs.
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Conduct market research to stay across emerging trends and recommend products and brands.
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Monitor inventory levels to maintain appropriate stock availability.
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Evaluate vendor performance and support vendor onboarding and off‐boarding processes.
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Negotiate favourable commercial terms with wholesale and marketplace vendors.
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Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and industry regulations.
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Identify emerging trends and source new products that resonate with customers.
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Maintain accurate vendor records, including brand plans, SKU lists and category documentation.
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Identify opportunities to improve the onsite customer experience.
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Analyse data, interpret trends and make commercially informed recommendations.
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Identify cost‐saving opportunities and recommend procurement and platform strategies.
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Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to achieve mutual commercial outcomes.
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Collaborate with key brands to develop compelling product assortments.
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Manage underperforming brands and recommend improvement strategies.
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Review contract terms and ensure compliance with agreed conditions.
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Partner with Marketing to identify go‐to‐market and promotional opportunities.
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Develop strategic category roadmaps aligned with commercial objectives and customer segments.
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Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Marketing, Vendor Management, Operations and Finance.
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Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members.
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Adapt quickly to changing market conditions and business priorities.
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Support additional projects and responsibilities as required.
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About You
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Previous experience as a Buyer in a high‐volume retail or e‐commerce setting.
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Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
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Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
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Effective time management and organisational skills.
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Collaborative team player.
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Passion for women's fashion.
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Life at the Company
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Flexible hybrid working.
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Learning and development opportunities, including learning days, hackathons and LinkedIn Learning.
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Generous parental leave benefits.
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Birthday leave.
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Employee product discounts and sample sales.
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Discounted gym memberships and wellbeing programmes.
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Employee Assistance Programme.
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The company is committed to creating an accessible recruitment process. Applicants requiring adjustments during recruitment are encouraged to request support.
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Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what's outlined.
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If you're ready to take your buying career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Established Category Buyer - Women'S Mainstream @ Fashion Ecommerce (New South Wales)
🏢 Hatch
📍 New South Wales