Job Description
We're seeking a Senior Buyer to join our Product & Sourcing team based in Alexandria.
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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.
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What You'll Do
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Develop and execute category buying strategies that deliver sales, margin, and inventory targets
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Lead the end-to-end product development process, from concept and sourcing through to product launch
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Source, negotiate, and build strong relationships with local and international suppliers to deliver quality products at target margins
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Manage critical path timelines to ensure products are delivered on time and meet quality, compliance, and brand standards
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Analyse sales performance, customer insights, and market trends to identify opportunities and optimise product ranges
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Work closely with Planning, Creative, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Compliance teams to deliver successful seasonal ranges
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Monitor competitor activity, emerging trends, and product innovation to keep dusk at the forefront of the market
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Support seasonal range reviews, forecasting, pricing, and promotional planning
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Mentor and support the Buying Coordinator, fostering collaboration and continuous development
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Represent dusk at local and international trade fairs, supplier visits, and sourcing trips as required
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About You
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Significant experience in a Senior Buying, Category Management, or Product Development role within retail, preferably homewares or lifestyle products
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Demonstrated success developing commercially successful product ranges and achieving sales and margin targets
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Robust product development, sourcing, and supplier negotiation experience
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Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to analyse data and make informed buying decisions
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Experience managing critical paths and delivering products to tight deadlines
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Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple business functions
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Strong leadership skills with experience coaching or mentoring junior team members
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Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience using retail buying or merchandise systems
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A passion for product, design, customer trends, and delivering exceptional retail experiences
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What You'll Love
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Opportunity to shape exciting product ranges for one of Australia's leading specialty retailers
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Collaborative and creative team environment where your ideas are valued
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Professional development opportunities and
interstate/international
sourcing exposure
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Supportive leadership and a commitment to work-life balance
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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!
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📌 Senior Buyer (New South Wales)
🏢 Dusk
📍 New South Wales