Urgent: Buying Assistant

About Sportsgirl

Proudly Melbourne-born, The Sportsgirl brand and our iconic bold stripes have been part of contemporary Australian fashion culture since 1948. We’ve created a vibrant community where creativity and self-expression thrive, and as a business, we are committed to providing inclusive fashion for all Australians.

As part of The Sussan Group, we're proud to be a Certified B Corporation™. This certification independently verifies that The Sussan Group meets high standards of performance, accountability, and transparency. Our commitment to sustainability and social impact benefits everyone—from our team, to our customers, and our suppliers.

As a business, we’re committed to creating meaningful change, in measurable and transparent ways. By listening to and representing our community, we believe in the power of positivity, hope and kindness to create positive change in the world. The Sportsgirl team is here to champion our vibrant community called Generation Sportsgirl, every step of the way.

Our Opportunity

Based in our Head Office in Cremorne, this Buying Assistant position proactively supports the product development cycle and is an integral role within the team and business.

You will be working closely and building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and will display initiative in supporting and partnering with the Buyer to improve the financial results of the business and achieve overall business objectives.

Along with your sound knowledge and experience in creating CADS, your keen fashion sense and strong administrative capabilities, you will hit the ground running across the various facets and functions of the role and team while always learning and developing in this space.

You will be assisting with the product development process, maintaining and developing effective supplier relationships and working closely with other teams and departments across the Sportsgirl brand.

What your day-today will look like

- Create CADS for trend collections
- Administration associated order raising and order management and range sheets
- Management and preparation of weekly sales reports, products, merchandise rack, product analysis etc
- Effective management of all samples
- Liaising with Planning team on any order changes and delivery updates
- Communicate creative input and innovation for product development
- Attend fit sessions to review garment on body and prepare fit samples
- Daily communication with vendor base
- Maintain effective communication with all other departments

Our ideal candidate will have

- Relevant education; Design/Buying/Merchandise Diploma or Business/Commercial degree
- Previous experience as a Buying Assistant in a fashion retail environment preferred
- A LOVE for product, and a passion to grow in this field
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge in creating CADS and using Illustrator, InDesign & Photoshop
- Sound knowledge and proficiency in MS Suite
- Experience in managing administration tasks
- A proactive, collaborative and adaptable nature

Here’s why you should choose a career at Sportsgirl:

- Join a Certified B Corporation and become a member of a dynamic and purpose-driven company.
- Opportunities for all team members to be involved in our impact initiatives, including Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
- Participate in our long-standing community partnership program with the National Youth Mental Health Foundation, headspace.
- Join a supportive team that values creativity, diversity and growth.

We also offer some amazing benefits, including:

- Free onsite parking
- Generous team member product discount
- Discounted private health insurance
- Great team member referral bonus
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career development opportunities

The Sussan Group is committed to supporting an inclusive recruitment process ensuring a fair recruitment experience. We celebrate diversity and advocate inclusion and are committed to building and fostering a diverse and accessible workplace and culture.

Please advise us if you need any necessary access requirements or adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

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