Senior Buyer - Curve | $130k - $140k + super | Melbourne
Are you a seasoned Senior Buyer with a background in the Curve sector? This position might be a perfect fit for you.
The Company
Based in Melbourne, our client is a global women's fashion brand blends modern femininity with timeless elegance. Our client’s team craft enduring collections with a focus on quality, sustainability, and versatility. From event dresses to workwear, their ranges cater to all, with specialized lines for Curve and Petite sizes, presented in stunning retail environments for an elevated shopping journey.
The Perks
Generous employee discount including discounts for family & friends
Flexible work hours
Birthday leave
Opportunity for Growth & Development
Modern head office
Subsidized car-parking
Excited?!
Apply now by completing the form online or email Jessica@whointhezoo.com.au
Hiring Consultant: Jessica Chant
Job Code: 623001
**Please note only those applicants who fit the brief will be contacted in relation to their application**
RESPONSIBILITIES +
As a Senior Buyer specializing in the Curve category for this esteemed fashion brand, you'll spearhead one of their leading product line with the autonomy to take it forward to new heights.
- Construct a commercially balanced range which offers the right mix of print, plain, and colour and end use for the business
- Liaising with the Managing Director and Buying leaders on long-term product planning
- Ensure a clear and sensible price architecture which ensures maximum sales and profitability
- Work with design to ensure range reflects the right level of newness/fashion/trend & that volume lines are maximised and moved on at the right time
- Coordinate all areas of the buying process to ensure that stock is ordered and delivered on time
- Analyse & have a comprehensive understanding of category history applying this to the range build
- Ensure range reflects climate needs of all regions
- Ensure all department financial parameters and targets are achieved
- Respond to sales and market data to make commercial decisions to maximise sales opportunities and minimise potential future risks
- Trade the department, in collaboration with the Planner, by optimising profit, maximising department potential through repeats, and minimising slow performance through promotion or mark-downs
- Comprehensive knowledge of local and overseas market trends through various mediums including magazines and online research
- Analyse relevance of trends for brand and plan reaction accordingly
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and awareness of competitors and external trends, identifying missed opportunities and trends to maximise revenue
- Brief Design to ensure fabrics, prints and style details are consistent with brand vision using relevant option plan provided by Planning
- Work with Design & QA to ensure best fit, consistency of fit and best possible quality of fabric, trim, make and finish
- Make commercial decisions throughout the development process of a product with respect to delivering the most commercial style in the most profitable way, adhering to brand standards
- Be aware of production progress against department critical path ensuring key dates are met by the team.
REQUIREMENTS +
- Must have prior experience in the specific Curve category.
- You should possess a minimum of 5 years' experience as a Buyer or 2+ years' experience as a Senior Buyer, with exceptional expertise in fabrications, raw materials, product categories, and garment construction.
- International market experience is required, along with strong commercial acumen and stakeholder management skills.
- A relevant tertiary qualification in Fashion Design/Buying or equivalent is necessary, as well as experience in team management.