Buying Assistant

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia Sportsgirl Full time

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.
We believe in creating meaningful change through measurable and transparent actions. By listening to and representing our community, we promote positivity, hope, and kindness to foster positive change in the world. The Sportsgirl team champions our vibrant community, Generation Sportsgirl, every step of the way.
Our Opportunity
Based at our Head Office in Cremorne, this Buying Assistant role supports the product development cycle and is a key part of our team and business.
You will build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, supporting the Buyer to improve financial results and meet business objectives.
With your experience in creating CADs, fashion sense, and administrative skills, you'll quickly adapt to various responsibilities while continuously learning and developing.
You will assist with product development, maintain supplier relationships, and collaborate with other teams across the brand.
What your day-to-day will look like

- Create CADs for trend collections
- Manage orders, range sheets, and associated administration
- Prepare weekly sales reports, merchandise racks, and product analysis
- Manage samples effectively
- Coordinate with the Planning team on orders and delivery updates
- Contribute creative input for product development
- Attend fit sessions and review garments on the body
- Communicate daily with vendors
- Maintain effective communication across departments

Our ideal candidate will have

- Relevant education, such as a Design/Buying/Merchandise Diploma or Business/Commercial degree
- Previous experience as a Buying Assistant in fashion retail preferred
- A passion for product and growth in this field
- Experience creating CADs and proficiency in Illustrator, InDesign, & Photoshop
- Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Administrative management skills
- A proactive, collaborative, and adaptable mindset

Why choose a career at Sportsgirl:

- Join a Certified B Corporation and be part of a purpose-driven company
- Engage in impact initiatives like the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
- Participate in our community partnership with headspace, the National Youth Mental Health Foundation
- Be part of a supportive, creative, diverse, and growth-oriented team

Benefits include:

- Free onsite parking
- Generous team member product discounts
- Discounted private health insurance
- Referral bonuses
- Flexible work arrangements
- Career development opportunities

The Sussan Group values diversity and is committed to inclusive recruitment. Please inform us if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process.

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