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About the Role

As an Established Category Buyer - Menswear, you will shape the Menswear Accessories category by curating a selection that reflects the latest trends and meets evolving customer needs. This role requires a data-driven, creative, and negotiation-savvy individual to make a significant impact in an innovative e-commerce environment. You will drive company-wide strategies and OKRs, conduct market research, monitor inventory, evaluate vendor performance, and negotiate favorable terms.

Responsibilities

Drive company-wide strategies and OKRs.
Conduct market research to stay updated on the latest trends and products.
Make recommendations on product and/or brand selection.
Monitor inventory levels to maintain adequate stock.
Evaluate vendor performance and assist in selection and deactivation processes.
Negotiate favorable terms and conditions for commission-based and OTB-based vendors.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
Identify emerging trends and source new products.
Maintain accurate records of vendor details.
Identify opportunities for improvements in the customer onsite experience.
Analyze data, interpret trends, and propose informed decisions.
Identify cost savings opportunities and propose effective procurement and platform strategies.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
Liaise with internal teams for vendor onboarding and ongoing support.
Collaborate with agreed key brands on building assortment.
Manage inefficient and unproductive brands by proposing informed strategies.
Ensure attention to detail with contract terms and conditions.
Proactively collaborate with marketing to identify go-to-market and promotional opportunities.
Develop and implement strategic roadmaps according to commercial strategies, brand adjacencies, and customer segment demographics.
Develop relationships with internal key stakeholders such as Marketing, Vendor Management, Operations, and Finance.
Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members.
Adapt to changes in the market and industry, learning new skills and approaches.
Undertake any other duties as reasonably required by management.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Buyer working in a high-volume business.
Skilled in Excel reporting, including pivot tables and v-lookups.
Strong communication skills with a great eye for detail.
Excellent time management skills.
A strong team player who embodies THE ICONIC Principles.
A love for all things men's fashion.
Ability to read and understand complex contracts and ensure all terms and conditions are met.

Skills

Data analysis
Trend identification
Negotiation
Vendor management
Inventory management
Relationship building
Communication
Excel reporting
Strategic planning

Location

Australia
New Zealand

Work Type

Hybrid working
10 Month Max Term Contract

Experience Level

Experienced

Benefits

Hybrid working options
Learning opportunities (learning days, hackathons, LinkedIn Learning)
Parental leave
Extra day off for child's first day at school
Paid birthday day off
ICONIC voucher
Staff discounts
Exclusive ICONITE sample sales
Discounted gym memberships
Wellbeing programs
Employee Assistance Program
Volunteer days with Charity Partner Thread Together

About the Company

THE ICONIC has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand since 2011.
It is the #1 fashion e-commerce & lifestyle destination in the region.
Its e-commerce platforms provide an inspiring and seamless end-to-end customer experience through technology innovations.
The Commercial team is data, product, and trend-oriented, customer-obsessed, and delivers the future of fashion.
The Category Buying team works with the Planning team to drive sales, maximize profit, manage intake, and ensure engaging ranges.
THE ICONIC believes in doing things differently, with an unstoppable growth mindset and dedication to sustainability.
ICONITE experience is about empowering employees to be their best selves.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to making it easy for everyone to apply. If you require accessibility support or any adjustments during the recruitment process, please send an email to talent.attraction@theiconic.com.au.