Entry Category Buyer

Since 2011, THE ICONIC has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand. As the #1 fashion e-commerce & lifestyle destination in the region, our e-commerce platforms provide an inspiring and seamless end-to-end customer experience through our own technology innovations.

THE ICONIC Commercial team is data, product and trend orientated. Our Commercial team is customer obsessed and delivers the future of fashion through curating a customer centric platform of choice. The Category Buying team work together with the Planning team to drive sales, maximise profit, manage intake and ensure that of the moment and forward-thinking ranges engage THE ICONIC customer.

We are currently looking for an Entry Category Buyer for our Own Brand team.

In this exciting role, you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping the Own Brand category at THE ICONIC, curating a selection that reflects the latest trends and meets the evolving needs of our customers. If you’re driven by data & thrive on creativity this is your chance to make a lasting impact in one of the most innovative e-commerce environments. Join us in shaping our Own Brand category for millions of shoppers to Bring on the future of shopping.

This role is perfect for an experienced Assistant Buyer or Junior buyer ready to advance their career.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct comprehensive weekly trade analysis with a focus on actions encompassing sales performance, market trends, and competitor activities.
- Develop strategic insights and actionable plans to optimise departmental performance, including NMV, profitability, and stock cover.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align trade strategies with seasonal and long-term objectives, ensuring agile responses to market dynamics whilst achieving budgeted sales plans
- Provides quarterly SWOT analysis with actions and recommendations
- Plans a balanced range including assortment selection and option planning across Core & Newness
- Works closely with design team to align on market trends and customer preferences.
- Forecast demand accurately working alongside planning to develop replenishment strategies that optimise inventory levels and meet sales targets.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors, fostering collaboration and driving mutual success.
- Negotiate terms and costs with vendors to ensure competitive pricing, product quality, and adherence to sustainability goals.
- Monitor supplier performance and identify opportunities for improvement or optimisation across the supply chain.
- Work closely with marketing and creative teams to align brand and product assortment with brand messaging and promotional strategies.
- Provide input on marketing campaigns and creative executions to maximise product visibility and sales impact.
- Maintain brand and customer persona information
- Provide effective leadership to direct reports, setting clear expectations, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Support the professional development of team members through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration and communication to ensure alignment with organisational goals and objectives.

KEY SKILLS

- Minimum 2 years + experience at Assistant Buyer/Junior Buyer level
- Proven track record of exceeding expectations and ability to understand and drive process improvements that benefit wider team
- Creative mindset, a passion for fashion and market trends paired with excellent analytical skills and a strong business acumen.
- Proactive, autonomous problem solver, with an entrepreneurial spirit and an ability to multitask .
- Ability to influence, strong negotiator and communicator in both verbal and written communication – can get the best out of people and suppliers
- Proficient in Excel

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