Strategic Buying Director

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia The Talent Mill Full time

About the Role

The Talent Mill is seeking an experienced Strategic Buying Director to join our dynamic team in Sydney.

As a key member of our ecommerce fashion team, you will be responsible for developing and refining the buying function to enhance business performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with executive leadership to refine and execute the company's strategic vision, ensuring alignment between the buying function and business objectives.
  • Develop and articulate an innovative buying and product vision, leveraging customer insights and market trends to drive revenue, growth, and profitability.
  • Provide visionary leadership to the Buying team, effectively communicating the strategic direction and translating it into actionable plans and processes.
  • Forecast, select, and develop product ranges that embody the company's creative vision.
  • Utilize product acumen and market trends to seize opportunities and deliver commercially viable ranges.
  • Coach and mentor team members for continuous improvement, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
  • Drive individual and team performance, fostering accountability and a results-driven mindset.
  • Champion product innovation by fostering a collaborative environment for idea generation and implementation.
  • Establish and maintain competitive pricing strategies.
  • Oversee OTB and seasonal plans, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives and creative vision.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • 2-3 years' experience in a Head of Buying or Senior Buyer role, preferably in ecommerce apparel.
  • Relevant Buying or Business qualification.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of market trends and competitor activity.
  • Technical skills, including Stylearcade, WMS/ERP, Google Docs, Slack, and G-Suite.
  • Retail maths and metrics.
  • Understanding of planning and merchandising principles.

The Offer

The Talent Mill offers a remuneration package commensurate with experience as a Head of Buying/Senior Buyer in the ecommerce industry.

About The Talent Mill

The Talent Mill Recruitment division is a bespoke recruitment consultancy and talent acquisition specialist within the fashion, lifestyle, and retail industries.



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