Buyer (Impulse)

Are you passionate about discovering new and exciting products across Impulse categories? Whether you're a seasoned buyer or looking to take the next step in your buying career, we might have the perfect role for you

• Lead category strategies, pricing, and promotional plans
• Join a well-established international travel retailer and lead a key category within the business
• Build and influence key supplier relationships and negotiations

About WHSmith Australia

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 retail brands include WHSmith Retail, InMotion, Kids Stop, and The Book Cellar, each committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Our stores are located in some of Australia's busiest airports, providing a dynamic and fast-paced work environment ideal for driven individuals who thrive on challenges and are eager to grow their buying careers in a unique retail setting. Joining WHSmith means becoming part of an environment that values its people through ongoing training and development.

This role is based at our WHSmith Australia Support Office in Woolloomooloo, just a 10-minute walk from Town Hall station.

About the Position

As a Buyer at WHSmith Australia, you will be responsible for ranging, buying, and managing product categories within the Impulse team, ensuring our offerings are innovative, customer-led, and commercially successful.

You will have the autonomy to develop and implement category strategies within the Impulse category.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Sourcing and developing supplier relationships to maximize opportunities for the right merchandise at the right price and time
• Growing and developing new strategic business areas
• Researching market trends, product history, supplier information, current trends, and competitor activity
• Analyzing sales, profit, stock-turn, markdowns, and supplier performance
• Conducting financial analysis of sales, margins, stock levels, and markdowns, and adjusting merchandise plans accordingly
• Identifying opportunities to increase rebates across the category
• Maintaining collaborative relationships with stores through regular visits

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will have a passion for buying within Impulse categories and be committed to helping our business grow and succeed.

The following qualities are also essential:

• Minimum of 5 years proven experience as a Buyer
• Experience as an Impulse or FMCG Buyer is preferable
• Exceptional negotiation skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and market information
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain supplier relationships
• A results-driven approach focused on meeting targets
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Customer focus

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
• Access to 24/7 wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and gain exposure to real business challenges
• Early finish at 4 pm on Fridays
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Access to online learning and development resources
• Generous employee discounts on our products
• Inclusive and accessible workplace with a wellbeing room
• Free barista-style coffee in our renovated Support Office

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

WHSmith is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and promote a culture of belonging through our policies and practices. Please inform us of any support requirements during your application so we can assist you appropriately during the recruitment process.

If you're ready to start a rewarding career with WHSmith, we'd love to hear from you. APPLY NOW

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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