
Head of Buying
23 hours ago
We seek only the best candidates who are passionate brand ambassadors and determined to contribute to our team's performance. We are always on the look-out for dedicated, fashion forward and like-minded individuals
Job no: 999840
Work type: Full-Time
Location: Melbourne - CBD & Inner
Categories: Buying
Reporting to the General Manager of Mimco, the Head of Buying is responsible for leading the strategic development and delivery of product assortments across the business, ensuring alignment with customer preferences and market trends. With two direct reports, this role will lead and inspire the Buying function to act as the voice and advocate of the customer, understanding market trends and competitors to inform buying decisions.
This role is responsible for leading, inspiring and cultivating a high performing team that attracts and retains top talent.
Responsibilities- Build, implement and deliver the Buying strategy for the Brand to deliver and optimise annual/seasonal product assortments aligned with financial targets and brand pillars
- Align Design direction and Customer needs by developing product assortments that balance creativity, innovation, customer preferences and market trends, in line with the Critical Path
- Take overall responsibility for intake margin, working closely with Design, Planning and Sourcing teams to align product development objectives with Budget KPI's
- Work with Head of Design to influence and input product design direction to deliver sales, intake margin, sell thru and the brand handwriting
- Provide product strategy inputs to Planning to develop effective and commercial, divisional and channel budgets and strategies
- Agility and proactivity to course-correct product plans based on in-season trading/actions, and to take advantage of emerging trade or trend opportunities
- Attend overseas trips with Design and Production counterparts
- Responsible for sales, intake margin, sell thru and BGP, working in collaboration with pod leaders/key team members to deliver
- Actively review product performance all channels and through team feedback to inform in season and future decision making
- Lead buying team to coordinate and drive Seasonal Reviews, SWOTs and post-seasonal product review meetings, collaborating with HO Planning, HO Design
- Collaborate with other departments such as Planning, Production, Retail, VM and Marketing to ensure brand alignment throughout various channels
- Provide line management and leadership to the team, overseeing performance, development, and resource allocation to achieve departmental goals
- Collaborate across group, building team cohesion and connection, to inspire and bring our House of Brands strategy to life
- Embrace uncertainty and change while facilitating and enabling strategic change with clarity, empathy and optimism
- Create & foster an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive and feel included, respected and safe. Set clear expectations of behaviour and hold self and others accountable
- Role-model learning & development and empower others to change, grow, and incorporate new experiences.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Buying, Retail Management, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred
- Professional certifications in buying, merchandising, or supply chain management (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) are advantageous
- Extensive experience in buying with a proven track record of delivering successful buying strategies in a fast-paced retail or omnichannel environment
- Demonstrated experience in leading and developing teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
- Strategic thinking with the ability to develop and execute buying strategies that align with business goals and market trends
- Strong understanding of financial metrics, including revenue, margin, and inventory management, to drive profitable buying decisions
- Strong understanding of customer preferences, leveraging data-driven insights to create product assortments that resonate with target audiences
- Proven expertise in costing, margin analysis, and trading to set profitable annual and seasonal assortments.
The Country Road Group is one of Australasia's largest Lifestyle Brand Houses comprising of iconic brands such as Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery and MIMCO. Here are some of the great things we offer:
- Generous employee discounts across our House of Brands
- Seasonal clothing allowance
- An additional day of leave for your birthday
- An Industry leading Parental Leave Program
- Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance
- Annual learning calendar to support the ongoing development of our team
- Support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility Program
- We are committed to operating ethically, sustainably, and responsibly.
Part of the Country Road Group, Mimco creates contemporary designs that empower individual style and self-expression. Born in 1996 with a passion for creativity, we take pride in our rich Australian heritage. For over 25 years, we've been sketching and designing right here in Melbourne. From handbags to jewellery, there's detail behind every stroke; precision behind every stitch; and craftsmanship behind every motif.
Advertised: 01 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 22 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Country Road Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
Country Road Group prefers to manage all sourcing directly, please submit your applications to this role if you are interested. Please note introductions via agency will not be accepted.
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