Purchasing Specialist for Consumables

5 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Reject Shop Full time
Job Description

The Reject Shop is a leading Australian discount retailer with over 380 stores nationally.

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Specialist to join our Merchandise team in a hybrid role that involves working from the office Monday to Wednesday.

In this key position, you will be responsible for one of our biggest categories in the consumables department, delivering a profitable category while driving and developing key supplier relationships.

About the Role
  • Develop and execute a strategy to ensure great quality, value, and experience for our customers.
  • Drive simple, consistent, and efficient processes to achieve our Low-Cost model.
  • Growing profitable sales for the portfolio by winning customers with market-leading propositions.
  • Develop a customer-centric category vision through a strategic approach to deliver the Product and Price directive.
  • Lead category transformation and drive sales performance in line with budget forecasts and last year's results.
Your Skills and Qualifications
  • Proven experience in retail buying, preferably within FMCG.
  • Strong negotiation skills and ability to build effective relationships with suppliers.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Results-driven and proactive, with a passion for delivering value to customers.
What We Offer
  • A supportive and diverse culture, committed to providing a fun, safe, and respectful environment.
  • Structured onboarding followed by a buddy support program.
  • Team Member discount for you and an immediate family member (permanent team members).
  • Human Thrive - Supporting financial wellbeing and providing instant access to your pay.
  • Paid parental leave program supporting primary and secondary caregivers.


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