About SHEIN SHEIN is a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, offering SHEIN branded apparel and products from a global network of vendors, all at affordable prices. SHEIN remains committed to making the beauty of fashion accessible to all, promoting its industry-leading, on-demand production methodology, for a smarter, future-ready industry. To learn more about SHEIN, visit www.sheingroup.com.

Key Responsibilities
• Build and maintain a balanced product range through reactive product development and category consideration
• Carry out extensive trend research and market analysis to ensure we are first to market on the latest trends
• Execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable conditions aligned with business requirements
• Conduct supplier evaluations to identify qualified vendors; manage supplier performance through KPIs and scorecards, implementing corrective actions where necessary
• Carry out tailored fit sessions to ensure commerciality and that product is fit for purpose
• Analyse trading data on a weekly basis to support strategy decisions, sign-offs, and range reviews
• Manage the critical path and purchase order lifecycle from requisition through delivery, ensuring compliance with procurement policies
• Drive product optimisations including key search terms,



attribution, icons, and descriptions
• Support new product introductions by sourcing components and materials according to project timelines
• Collaborate cross-functionally with PR, Creative, Brand, and Management to ensure alignment with product vision and business objectives
• Maintain accurate procurement and product records in enterprise systems Requirements
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a buying, merchandising, or procurement role within fashion/retail
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Fashion, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to spot emerging trends
• Proven negotiation skills with the ability to influence suppliers and stakeholders at various levels
• Strong analytical capabilities — weekly trading analysis, cost modelling, and spend data interpretation
• Proficiency in Excel and similar software; experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) is a plus
• Solid understanding of product lifecycle, range building, and critical path management
• Keen attention to detail with solid planning and prioritisation skills
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration ability
• Ability to adapt to change and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Professional certification (APICS, ISM, or similar) is a plus

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🏢 SHEIN
📍 Melbourne