Job Description
Myer is looking for a Senior Category Buyer to join the Menswear team and take ownership of the National Brands portfolio. You will develop, buy and execute a category plan that delivers a compelling and profitable merchandise range that puts the customer first. This is the ideal role for a senior level buyer with a progressive mindset that can elevate the category to the next level.
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Exciting portfolio of Men's National Brand (NB) Fashion Brands
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Work partly remotely and partly from our Support Office based in Docklands
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An exciting opportunity to further develop your Buying Career
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About the Opportunity
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Take ownership and drive the execution of the Myer Merchandise strategy for Men's National Brands
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Full accountability for trading the category and implementing appropriate tactical activities in relation to sales, profit, stock to drive business outcomes
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Act as 2IC for the Category Manager with potential to take on business development and market scoping activities as required
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Manage complete range selection for national brands including, order placement and financial performance of the business, including budgets, price architecture and sourcing
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Drive sourcing strategy for the brand ensuring product is sourced in the appropriate markets for both product improvement and margin gain
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Maintaining solid competitor and trend analysis to remain relevant and build a range to suit the market and Myer customer segmentation
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Apply advanced negotiation skills to achieve optimal trading terms that deliver commercial targets
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Work collaboratively with the planning team to determine assortment plans, conduct PSA, build product strategy, and determine best sourcing methods for the product
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Be responsible for marketing plans and our communications strategy
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Lead team to high performance through regular and effective coaching, feedback, mentoring and training and development opportunities
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About you
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Proven experience in buying at a senior level, brand management or category management (menswear or adjacent preferred)
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A dynamic, strategic individual with the ability to proactively spot new opportunities for the business within this category
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Strong business acumen, financial and analytical skills
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Experienced in trade marketing and robust negotiation skills
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Passionate for product with experience in ranging that demonstrates interpretation of trends into a successful product range
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A leader who inspires others and can lead by example
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Benefits to you
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Team member discounts: Generous discounts in-store and online
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Learning and development: Capability development workshops, succession planning, and internal career opportunities across Myer Group brands.
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Flexible working: Lifestyle leave, flexible work hours and hybrid working is available for Store Support Office roles
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Lifestyle benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), volunteer leave, discounted health insurance, gym memberships and novated leasing for eligible employees.
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