WHSmith are looking for a Buyer's Assistant to support our Buying team in our Sydney Support Office.
What you'll be doing:
Managing item creation and maintenance.
Ensuring price accuracy in merchandise systems.
Accurately updating item details for promotional programs.
Creating and
maintaining
line sheets for distribution to the relevant team, with correct images and information.
Managing communication with buyers and suppliers
regarding
delivery timelines, changes in delivery
methods
etc.
Collaborating with internal teams, external stakeholders, and suppliers to ensure cohesive operations.
What we're looking for:
Highly
organised
.
Intermediate MS Excel skills
.
Ability to
prioritise
with
good time
management skills.
Previous
exposure to a retail business is ideal.
Strong communication
skills and excellent time management
.
Robust analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
How we reward our teams:
Competitive salary and benefits
Hybrid working (3 days in our Woolloomooloo office)
Flexible Working
4pm Friday Finish
Enjoy a paid day off to celebrate your birthday!
Strong commitment to development and internal progression
A culture and workplace that values wellbeing, inclusion and personal growth
Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance




Access to 24/7 wellbeing support through our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Generous employee discounts across a range of our products and with our retail partners.
About us:
WHSmith is an iconic British retailer with proud Australian operations, at the heart of travel, offering books, news, and essentials, designed for life on the move.
Our diverse retail brands include WHSmith Retail, InMotion, Kids Stop and The Book Cellar, each dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Our stores are located in some of Australia's busiest airports & Hospitals, providing a dynamic and fast paced work environment that is perfect for a driven individual who thrives on a challenge and is ready to kick start their career.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
WHSmith is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment.
We recognise the importance of equity in all that we do, as well as promoting a culture of inclusion through our policies, procedures and working practices.
If you have any support requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application, so we can assist you appropriately during the recruitment process.
Value our People, Drive for Results, Customer Focus & Accountability.

📌 Buyer'S Assistant (New South Wales)
🏢 WHSmith
📍 New South Wales