Assistant Buyer
5 days ago
Perm; Full Time opportunity to work for an iconic Australian retailer
- Supportive team culture and environment
- Generous discounts across all Brandbank Brands
We are on the hunt for an Assistant Buyer to manage the critical path and supply base for our kids’ accessories category, with a particular focus on children’s bags. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of a dynamic team while adhering to brand's signature design aesthetics.
**THE ROLE**:
- Manage the critical path and oversee the production of children’s accessories, ensuring all KPIs and financial objectives are met.
- Work closely with buyers on product development, discussing opportunities and limitations to create exceptional accessory ranges.
- Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to ensure timely access to production space and materials.
- Oversee the sample approval process, collaborating with the Creative Director to facilitate campaign products.
- Partner with suppliers to negotiate costs, maintain target margins, and meet delivery timelines.
- Ensure all products meet brand standards through testing and investigation of quality control issues.
- Communicate with Buying & Planning to address delays, shortages, or overages and prepare tech packs for suppliers.
**THE IDEAL CANDIDATE**:
- A tertiary qualification or equivalent in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field (preferred).
- 1-3 years of experience in buying, production, or product development
- Strong understanding bag and accessory construction.
- Proficiency in Adobe suite & Microsoft Office programs
- Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- A strong eye for detail and passion for quality.
**WHY JOIN THE SEED HERITAGE TEAM?**
- Up to 50% off new season Seed Heritage product
- Generous discounts across all Brandbank Group Brands including Unison, allkinds, Commonry, kikki.K & FINE-DAY.
- Supportive team culture and environment
- Opportunity to work for an iconic Australian retailer
- Employee Referral Program - be rewarded for referring great new people to our team
- Health and Wellness initiatives with access to Employee Assistance Program.
At Seed Heritage, we elevate the everyday. Our collections centre on beautiful design and a modern, Australian point of view.
The Seed Heritage lifestyle is about family, friends, and moments together. Since 2000, our range has expanded to include womenswear, menswear, teen, child, baby and homewares. With more than 200 stores across Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and Singapore, we now reach a global audience, and our online store ships worldwide.
Across our offering, we focus on quality and a timeless appeal. Seed pieces are made to see you through the seasons, and to last for years. Seed Heritage gives a modern take on the classics, set to inspire and to fit into your life at every stage. We’d love for you to join us.
**ABOUT BRANDBANK GROUP**:
Brandbank was founded on bold creative thinking. We exist to ensure that the entire experience of a brand is brilliantly designed and beautifully connected, and the customer is at the heart of everything we do. Our growing business is built on a house of carefully curated brands, each chosen for a specific reason to deliver rich connections to our customers. Brandbank Group consists of Seed Heritage, Unison, allkinds, Commonry, kikki.K & FINE-DAY.
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