Buying Manager

2 months ago

Geelong, Australia Cotton On Group Full time

**ABOUT US**

We‘re a global fashion and lifestyle brand that empowers people to look, feel and be the best version of themselves. Creating everyday products to make everyday experiences better. Celebrating diversity and inclusivity, because we believe self-expression is for everyone. Using our voice and our platform to amplify the things that matter Listening to our community and respond to what they care about. We’re restless — it’s what fuels our fire and sparks our big ideas. We’re optimistic — having an open mind means anything is possible. We’re better together — join our world and let’s do good things together.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Buying Manager to join our Cotton On Menswear team, specialising in Graphics, Fleece, and Cut & Sew. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Head of Product to deliver cohesive, trend-driven ranges, guiding your team in developing key items that resonate with our customers.
This role involves setting strategic direction for product ranges to align with commercial objectives, while working cross-functionally with all Brand teams to ensure a standout product experience for our customers. As a leader, you will guide your Buying team in fostering effective supplier partnerships to ensure timely and efficient production processes.
If you have strong expertise in Buying and Senior Graphic Design—particularly within Menswear—and are passionate about creating impactful products while leading a dynamic team, this could be your next career opportunity.

**SKILLS & EXPERIENCE**
- Qualification / degree in relevant field i.e. Buying
- Extensive experience in a similar Buying Manager role in retail or fashion within Menswear
- Experienced Senior Graphic Designer
- The ability to engage and influence senior business leaders and key stakeholders
- Proven high level of commercial negotiation skills
- Proven communication skills with the ability to drive and influence change through best practice and delivering results
- Demonstrable analytical problem solving and research skills, to identify and implement creative, innovative and flexible solutions
- Demonstrated high level organisation and planning skills
- Established leadership skills to develop and support the team to delivery brand strategy outcomes

**OUR CULTURE**

To describe COTTON:ON in six words is easy; optimistic, passionate, real, energetic, collaborative and, most importantly, ethical.
Our team members are a passionate group of people, committed to making a real difference in people’s lives through our philanthropic arm, the Cotton On Foundation. It is our shared belief that we can make a difference to lives of everyone we touch, from our backyard to the world.

**BENEFITS**

We are committed to personal and professional development, which is supported by an ever growing and expanding structure. We believe our people deserve the best space to their best work and to support this we provide:
50% team member discount off all brands (excl. Ceres Life which is 30% off) ‍
A world class office with a state-of-the-art Wellness Centre featuring spa therapists, holistic health experts and free fitness classes (think reformer Pilates classes, personal training sessions, yoga studio, spin room and run club)
A brand-new childcare centre onsite - incredible facilities, indoor and outdoor play areas, subsidised cost, and your kids are right next door
- ️ The Beckley, our in-house café with chef prepared healthy meals, coffee and snacks. You can also grab a nutritious take home meal, taking the stress out of dinner time.

Flexible working - enabling you to find the right working rhythm to be at your best.
Competitive salary packaging - ensuring we are constantly benchmarking to industry.
On-site concierge, let us help you get your life sorted with dry cleaning, car wash and more.
An Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
Returning from maternity leave (or primary carer parental leave)? Work part-time and get paid full-time for 2 months, all part of supporting you during your transition back to work.
Team mingle celebrations, speaker’s series, surprise and delight moments - the magic happens when we get together.
Do you have a dog? Bring them into the office. We love them

At Cotton On, we are focused on building a culture centred in belonging, and we are committed to creating workplaces where each individual can show up as their whole self, having an equal opportunity to succeed with us.

We are focused on bringing more voices, experiences and backgrounds to our workforce as we drive diverse and inclusive outcomes for our team and our customers.

ABOUT US

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