Job DescriptionBuying Manager – Menswear & ChildrenswearDavid Jones is a business that has undergone significant transformation over the past three years through the successful delivery of our $250m Vision 25 strategic plan. Having completed this pivotal chapter, we are now focused on the next phase of our evolution through our Inspire 30 strategy.This is an exciting time to join the business as we continue to invest in our future, our customer experience, and our people. We’re looking for a dynamic, resilient, and talented individual who is excited by transformation and motivated to help shape the future of one of Australia’s most iconic retail brands.About the OpportunityAs the retail landscape continues to evolve, we recognise the challenges facing the industry and the importance of remaining agile, customer-focused, and commercially disciplined. At David Jones, we are actively transforming our business for the future — investing in our brands, customer experience, and category strategies to ensure we continue to lead in premium retail.Based in our Melbourne CBD Support Centre, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded Buying leader to drive category growth, elevate our product offering, and deliver inspiring experiences for our customers.Working across a portfolio of globally recognised brands alongside emerging and disruptive players, you will help define the future of luxury retail at David Jones.What Your Day Looks LikeDriving Commercial PerformanceDevelop and execute category strategies that deliver sales growth, profitability, and market leadership across Menswear & ChildrenswearBuild commercially compelling assortments that reflect customer trends, seasonal opportunities, and brand positioningAnalyse sales performance, customer insights, and market trends to inform buying decisions and optimise trading outcomesManage budgets, inventory,



and OTB performance to maximise productivity and minimise riskPartner closely with Planning teams to drive performance through data-led decision makingBuilding Strategic PartnershipsEstablish and maintain strong relationships with key brand partners and suppliersLead commercial negotiations across ranging, investment, exclusives, launches, and promotional activityIdentify opportunities to introduce recent and emerging brands that strengthen the David Jones Menswear and Childrenswear propositionCollaborate with internal stakeholders across Marketing, VM, Digital, Supply Chain, and Retail Operations to deliver seamless customer experiencesLeading Innovation & Customer ExperienceStay ahead of global beauty trends, customer behaviours, and competitor activityCurate innovative and differentiated product assortments that position David Jones as a leader in Menswear and ChildrenswearChampion a customer-first mindset across all category decisions and initiativesSupport the evolution of the beauty customer experience both in-store and onlineLeading & Developing Your TeamLead, coach, and inspire a team of experienced Buyers, fostering a high-performance and collaborative cultureProvide strategic direction, clear priorities, and ongoing development opportunities to support team growth and capabilityDrive accountability across trading performance, category execution, and delivery of commercial outcomesEncourage innovation, customer-first thinking,



and cross-functional collaboration across the teamPartner closely with senior leadership to align team objectives with broader business and category strategiesWhat We’re Looking ForProven experience in a Buying or Category Management role within Menswear, Childrenswear or Luxury RetailStrong commercial acumen with highly developed analytical and negotiation skillsDeep understanding of trends, consumer behaviour, and the competitive retail landscapeExceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilityAbility to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environmentAdvanced Excel and retail systems capabilityPassion for premium retail, customer experience, and brand storytellingWhy Join David JonesAt David Jones, we’re reimagining the future of retail while staying true to the heritage and service excellence that have defined us for generations.We foster an inclusive and collaborative culture where diverse perspectives are valued and innovation is encouraged. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you’ll enjoy:Unique opportunity to be part of a team driving the transformation of an iconic Australian brandHybrid working arrangements that support work/life balanceParental leave policy of 18-weeks paid leave for the primary carer, and 3-weeks paid leave for the supporting partnerGenerous employee discounts across David Jones and access to partner benefitsAn additional day of leave for your birthday, plus time to support charitable workOpportunities to contribute to our Corporate Social Responsibility program and community partnershipsOngoing training and development to support your growth and ambitionsIf you’re passionate about buying, commercially driven, and excited by the opportunity to shape the future of luxury retail, we’d love to hear from you

📌 Buying Manager - Menswear & Childrenswear (Melbourne)
🏢 David Jones
📍 Melbourne