Our Petbarn category team are currently seeking a motivated Merchandise Assistant or Buyer’s Assistant to join our Fresh & Frozen Food and Dog & Cat Health Categories. Reporting to the Category Manager this role will suit a driven and motivated buyers assistant looking to be part of a growing brand.
About the role
This is a highly administrative and analytical role, ideal for someone who is organised, detail-focused and eager to grow within specialty retail buying. You’ll work closely with the Category Manager and internal stakeholders to support product, range, reporting and supplier activity.
What you’ll do
Maintain product and range files, ensuring data accuracy and timely updates
Support the preparation of brand presentations, sales reports and category performance analysis
Assist with range review analysis and supplier promotional plans
Provide administrative support to the Category team as required
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Stores, Supply Chain, Marketing and Space Planning
What you’ll bring
At least two years’ experience in product administration support, Merchandise Assistant or Buyer’s Assistant role
Experience in a fast-paced retail support office environment,
highly regarded
A genuine passion for specialty retail, products and pets
Strong attention to detail, organisation and analytical capability
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables
Experience preparing reports, analysing data and creating graphs
Robust communication skills and confidence working with suppliers, stores and support office teams
The ability to multitask, manage priorities and work with multiple stakeholders
A positive, team-oriented attitude and a desire to progress into a future buying role
What’s in it for you?
Exposure to every aspect of buying within a growing and evolving category
The opportunity to work with an experienced Category Manager in a supportive environment
A dynamic Support Office workplace where your input is valued and heard
Hybrid working options, with 2–3 office days per week
The prospect to bring your dog to work
If you’re ready to grow your buying career in a supportive, pet-loving team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join Petbarn’s Fresh and Frozen Food Category team.
📌 Merchandise Assistant North Ryde
🏢 Petbarn
📍 North Ryde
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