This is a Merchandise Administration Assistant/Buying Administration Assistant role with Best and Less based in Rhodes, NSW, AU
== Best and Less ==
Role Seniority
- graduate
More about the Merchandise Administration Assistant/Buying Administration Assistant role at Best and Less
We're looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Merchandise Administration Assistant/ Buying Administration Assistant to join our Merchandise team at Best & Less.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about fashion, loves working with data and reporting, and is looking to build a career in Merchandise, Buying, or Planning.
Working closely with Buyers, Suppliers, Stores, and our Distribution Centre, you'll play a critical role in supporting the end-to-end product lifecycle, helping ensure the right products are delivered to the right stores at the right time.
About You
You're highly organised, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.
You have a genuine passion for fashion and product, love analysing information, and enjoy bringing structure and accuracy to everything you do.
You have strong attention to detail, enjoy building relationships with others, and can confidently manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
Most importantly, you're eager to learn and excited to grow your career within Merchandise.
Your Day Will Consist Of
Managing stock replenishment and product allocations across our store network
Raising purchase orders and ensuring product information is accurate and up to date
Assisting with sales, stock,



and trade reporting to support business decisions
Monitoring stock availability and communicating any issues, risks, or opportunities
Supporting Buyers with analysis, administration, and product-related reporting
Coordinating product samples for reviews, marketing activities, and photoshoots
Assisting with Critical Path management to ensure key milestones are achieved
Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support product delivery
Maintaining product information in merchandise and PLM systems
Supporting range reviews, product presentations, and seasonal planning activities
You Will Have
Experience & Skills
Previous administration experience, ideally within Retail, Merchandise, Buying, Planning, or Supply Chain
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
Strong analytical and numerical skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organisational and time management skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A collaborative approach and ability to build strong stakeholder relationships
A passion for fashion, product, and retail trends
Desirable
Retail Support Office or store-based retail experience




Merchandise Administration Assistant, Buying Administration, Allocation, or Planning experience
Exposure to stock management or inventory systems
Experience using PLM or merchandise planning systems
Understanding of fashion and apparel retail
Why Work With Us?
Learn from experienced Merchandise and Buying professionals
Clear career pathways into Buying, Planning, and broader Retail Support Office opportunities
A supportive and cooperative team environment
Generous staff discounts
Access to Sonder Employee Assistance Program
Ongoing learning, development, and mentoring opportunities
Work for an iconic Australian retail brand with a strong people-first culture
AtBest & Less, we're passionate about helping Australian families get more for less.
If you're passionate about fashion, love working with numbers, and are ready to build a career in Merchandise, we'd love to hear from you.
Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role.
No matter what you come in knowing, you'll be learning new things all the time and the Best & Less team will be there to support your growth.
Key Responsibilities
Managing stock replenishment
Raising purchase orders
Assisting with reporting
Key Strengths
Attention to detail
Analytical skills
Organisational skills
Retail experience
PLM systems knowledge
Fashion knowledge
Why Best and Less is partnering with Hatch on this role.
A Final Note: This is a role with Best and Less not with Hatch.
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📌 Merchandise Administration Assistant/Buying Administration Assistant (New South Wales)
🏢 Hatch
📍 New South Wales