Assistant Buyer

6 days ago


Melbourne, Australia Seed Heritage Full time

Perm; Full Time opportunity to work for an iconic Australian retailer
- Supportive team culture and environment
- Generous discounts across all Brandbank Brands

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Buyer to join a dynamic team at Seed Heritage.

Reporting to the Buying Manager for Children's Accessoires, this role will be responsible for managing the critical path and relevant supply base to achieve financial objectives whilst adhering to design aesthetics for Children’s Accessories. Through building strong supplier relationships, you will ensure that you meet internal deadlines with a focus on delivery and quality.

**THE ROLE**:

- Critical path and production management
- Monitor production progress from order confirmation to shipment
- Work closely with buyer on all footwear and handbag product development and discuss opportunities and limitations.
- Liaise with external suppliers to ensure production space and materials are available within the required timelines.
- Conduct cost negotiations with the suppliers
- Raising purchase orders
- Preparation and management of technical packs for suppliers
- Arrange and partake in fitting sessions
- Check and action testing requirements
- On-site 5 days per week in our St Kilda Rd offices.

**THE IDEAL CANDIDATE**:

- A relevant tertiary or equivalent qualification in Fashion and / or Merchandising
- Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong understanding of footwear and bag specifications
- An ability to prioritise and multitask
- Outstanding PC skills and clear verbal and written communications skills
- Proficiency in all MS Office with strong numerical and analytical skills

**WHY JOIN THE SEED HERITAGE TEAM?**
- Up to 50% off new season Seed Heritage product range
- Generous discounts across all Brandbank Brands
- 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
- Seed Heritage seeks to provide an unparalleled shopping experience and brand aesthetic, comprising of beautifully designed apparel, accessories and footwear for woman, teen, child and baby._
- We now reach a global audience, boasting more than 280 stores in destinations including New Zealand, Hong Kong and Singapore._

If you would value working for a highly respected brand, and are passionate about growing your career, then we would love to hear from you. Don't miss your chance to join our success story **APPLY NOW**

**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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