Buyers Assistant- Apparel

3 weeks ago

City of Melbourne, Australia Spotlight Retail Group (SRG) Full time

Overview

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Job no: 515863
Work type: Full time
Location: VIC - Metro
Categories: Merchandise

With over 75+ stores across Australia, Anaconda is more than a retailer – we’re a destination for adventure enthusiasts. Our mission is to provide the largest range of outdoor products in Australia and inspire our customers to explore the world. When you join our team, you will become part of the Spotlight Retail Group, which comprises Anaconda, Spotlight, and Harris Scarfe.

Why Join Us?

- Hybrid work environment with a balance of office and remote work.
- Career progression with mentoring and personal development opportunities.
- Team discounts, quarterly profit share, and numerous other benefits.
- A vibrant, fast-paced culture that values new ideas, leadership, and creativity.
- Central office location near South Melbourne Market
- Access to perks such as on-site parking, gym membership discounts, EAP support, and more

What You Will Be Doing

This role involves assisting the buyer in completing and executing long- and short-term strategies, supporting stores with a variety of queries and requests, and maintaining data, loading promotions, reporting, and managing samples.

- Product registration & placement of purchase orders using SAP
- Managing the sample process, critical path, production schedules, and freight timelines
- Identify and communicate production or product delivery issues to the Buyer/Product Manager
- Communicate effectively with the merchandise team, factories, brand trade partners, and internal support teams to build relationships
- Populate and manage marketing briefs, identifying key promotional lines with buyer, proofing and signing off catalogues & EDMs
- Online content management, updating new style information, images, and product features
- Contribute to building apparel & accessory ranges with the Product Team
- Assist Buyer in the sampling approval process & quality control checks
- Support the Product Team with administrative needs

About You

- Previous experience in a Buying Assistant, Production Assistant, or Supply Coordinator role
- Qualification or knowledge of Textiles or Fashion is advantageous
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, with experience in SAP & BI, a bonus
- Proactive, motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Great attention to detail & high level of accuracy
- Ability to be highly commercial and make sound decisions
- Positive and collaborative working dynamic
- Passion for the outdoors

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and start your adventure with us

Advertised: 24 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Join our dynamic team in our South Melbourne Support Office and take on a new career chapter as our next Buyers Assistant—start your next adventure today.

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