We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe.
With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you'll feel the impact of the work you'll do every day. Join our team in our unwavering promise to make everyday living brighter by providing great value products at the best prices for Australian and New Zealand families.
As a leader in the retail market, we're optimistic about our future and yours. We're changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you'll be proud of.
Join the team Due to exciting upcoming promotions into our Merchandise Development Program (MDP), we have brilliant opportunities for a motivated Buying Assistant to join our professional and high performing Buying Team. This is a great chance to advance your career in Buying whilst working in a fun, supportive and collaborative team. We're looking for a long-term talented employee who really wants to play a key role and if career progression is what you're after, then we've got you!
What you'll be doing: As a Buying Assistant working for Kmart, you will support our Buyers in sourcing the best possible products that bring meaningful moments into our customer's lives. Some of the key responsibilities are:
Supporting the department by ensuring all data entry information is accurate, up to date & maintainedManaging the product registration process after sign off - from keycode creation to sampling and packaging coordinationLiaising with and supporting a local supply base as well as working day-to-day with our overseas sourcing teamProvide market insights by assessing the competitive set on a regular basis and feedback to the teamManaging all marketing and coordination of samples for all advertising, including onlineTo be successful in this role: We're looking for a driven, efficient and enthusiastic individual who will bring a curious mind-set and a passion for all things retail and general merchandise! You love delivering product, customers are always front of mind and building and managing relationships with a variety of key stakeholders is one of your strengths. We'd also love you to have:
Strong attention to detailExcellent time management and organisational skillsExceptional written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage and interpret dataEffective numerical, critical thinking and analytical skillsPrevious experience within a Buying Assistant role will be very highly regardedIf you have a hunger to learn and grow in this role, then we'd love to hear from you!
Benefits we'll offer you: A dynamic learning and support programCompetitive remunerationFlexible working through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policyA discount card for Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings, plus other benefitsA bonus program (where eligible)Development opportunities across Kmart Group (comprised of Kmart, Target and Catch) as well as the broader Wesfarmers Group.Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible)We're here to make everyday living brighter From humble beginnings in Burwood East, Victoria, in 1969, we're now an essential part of 300 communities, and proud of it! From bedding to apparel to kitchenware and beyond. We're designing and creating the products people reach for every day. In-store, online, or Click & Collect – getting the products we love into the hands of happy customers is what we aim to do best. From the remote outback to coastal towns and big cities, and everywhere in-between. We're progressive in our pursuit to create seamless customer journeys for satisfied shoppers.
A place you can belong At Kmart and Target, we celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.
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If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and Target and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!
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