Senior Category Buyer

Job no: 944152

Work type: Permanent / Full time

Location: Support Office - Docklands

In alignment with the Myer Merchandise strategy and Customer First plan, as a Senior Category Buyer – Seasonal & Decor, you will develop, buy and execute a category plan that delivers a compelling and profitable merchandise range that puts the customer first.

• Oversee the entire Seasonal and Décor categories in this Senior role
• Work partly remotely and partly from our Support Office based in Docklands 
• Perfect opportunity for a Senior Buyer/Buyer to step up and further develop their leadership career

About the Opportunity

• Take ownership and drive the execution of the Myer Merchandise strategy for Myer's Seasonal and Decor brands
• Full accountability for trading the category and implementing appropriate tactical activities in relation to sales, profit, stock to drive business outcomes
• Further develop your leadership career, reporting into the Category Manager, with potential to take on business development and market scoping activities as required
• Drive end to end business development and execution for both the brand and sourcing strategy for all Seasonal and Décor initiatives.
• Apply advanced negotiation skills to achieve optimal trading terms that deliver commercial targets
• Work collaboratively with the planning team to implement and approve assortment plans, conduct PSA, build product strategy, and determine best sourcing methods for the product
• Be responsible for marketing plans and our communications strategy
• Lead team to high performance through regular and effective coaching, feedback, mentoring and training and development opportunities

About you

• A dynamic, strategic individual with the ability to proactively spot new opportunities for the business within this category
• Strong business acumen, financial and analytical skills
• Superior supplier relationship management skills
• Experienced in trade marketing and strong negotiation skills
• Passionate for product with experience in ranging that demonstrates interpretation of trends into a successful product range
• A leader who inspires others and can lead by example

From humble beginnings in downtown Bendigo to supporting Australian communities far and wide- Myer has always been a special place, transcending beyond just a place to work. 

Myer is a place for finding life-long friendships, a safe space with a big heart. Here, you're encouraged to be yourself, share your ideas and are entrusted to deliver your very best. Some might even say it feels like being "right at home"

Here, you're not only an employee. You're a valued Team Member with real dreams that we want to help you chase, no matter how big or small. At Myer, we're all about making your work life meaningful. We want you to experience life's special moments fully, which is why we take pride in offering balance and flexible options to get you to where you want to be. 

Wherever you are and wherever you're going, we'll meet you there and get you to your destination. With your enthusiasm and our support, we're fully committed to helping you thrive and flourish. The future lies in your hands.

Welcome Home

Aust. Working Rights: To be eligible to apply for this job, you must have Australian working rights. For further information contact the Australian Department of Immigration.

Equal Opp. Employer: We pride ourselves on the diversity of the people who work at Myer, representing the community in which we serve.

Agency note: Myer Pty Ltd does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. Any candidates submitted in an unsolicited manner, will be considered a direct candidate application to Myer and no fee will be payable.

Applications close: 30 Nov 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time