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BuyerJob no: 515614Work type: Full timeLocation: Sydney - Ryde & Macquarie Park, Melbourne - CBD & Inner SuburbsCategories: BuyingAbout Suzanne GraeAt Suzanne Grae, we believe that everyone deserves stylish choices that effortlessly fit into any wardrobe, budget, and lifestyle. Since our first store opened in 1968, we've remained the go-to fashion destination for generations of women across Australia who want to look and feel great.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 are a part of a close-knit fashion family with the heartfelt intention of making a meaningful difference in the lives of all Australian women.Our Opportunity:As our new Buyer, you will develop and buy a range of products and sizes across our apparel category that will enable the department to achieve set sales plans, intake margins, planned markdowns and overall gross profit aligned to the Suzanne Grae customer profile. Your passion, experience and focus on our customer will play an integral part in this role, where you will be demonstrating your creativity and entrepreneurship to ensure our products are right on trend. Your can-do and hands-on approach in managing your category as well as overseeing and mentoring your Buying Assistant will set you up for success in this role. Understanding of fashion trends as they relate to our customer is vital as you build strong relationships and work collaboratively with our suppliers and internally with other departments.Your day-to-day will include:Buying merchandise ensuring you achieve budgeted sales results, meet gross profit targets and identify growth opportunitiesEnsuring OTB, margins and pricing strategy for department is being achievedDemonstrating an understanding of product construction, fabric/materials and their performance in styling, durability and careBuilding strong internal and external stakeholder relationshipsRedesigning and interpreting overseas product and trends in line with the Suzanne Grae customer profileSourcing and selecting suitable fabrics/materials and demonstrate an understanding of their impact in costing and retail priceWorking closely with QA across fittings and quality controlPreparing for and attending all range reviews and provide detailed information on product rangeTo be successful in this role, you must have:Fashion/Design/Merchandising diploma or Business/Commerce degreePrevious experience as a designer, fashion buyer or product developer, ideally across apparel categoryKnowledge of and exposure to quality control and fitting of garmentsStrong organisational skills to manage critical paths, deadlines and lead timesStrong negotiation skills and commercial awarenessSolid understanding of the local and international trendsPrevious leadership experience desirableWhy work for Suzanne Grae?Joining Suzanne Grae means becoming part of a friendly and enthusiastic team that values each team member's contributions. We pride ourselves on our positive work environment and commitment to helping you achieve your career goals.When it comes to making people feel great, we don't stop with our customers. Here's why you should choose a career at Suzanne Grae and join a team that celebrates your individuality and passion for fashion:Join a Certified B Corporation and become a member of a dynamic and purpose-driven company.Opportunities for all team members to be involved in our impact initiatives, including our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)Participate in our long-standing community partnership program with the Women's Community Shelters.Join a supportive team that values collaboration, creativity, diversity and growth.We also offer some amazing benefits, including:Generous team member product discountDiscounted private health insuranceGreat team member referral bonusFlexible working arrangementsCareer development opportunitiesIf you're ready to contribute to the change women want to see, consider a career with Suzanne Grae.The Sussan Group is committed to supporting an inclusive recruitment process ensuring a fair recruitment experience. We celebrate diversity and advocate inclusion and are committed to building and fostering a diverse and accessible workplace and culture.Please advise us if you need any necessary access requirements or adjustments throughout the recruitment process.Advertised: 20 Nov 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:#J-18808-Ljbffr


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