Entry Category Buyer - Women's @ Fashion Ecommerce

• Since 2011, a leading fashion e-commerce retailer has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand. As 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 innovative technology.
• The Commercial team is data, product and trend orientated. Customer-obsessed and commercially driven, the team curates a customer-first platform by partnering closely with Planning to drive sales, maximise profit, manage intake and deliver forward-thinking product ranges.
• We’re on the hunt for an experienced and passionate
• **Entry Category Buyer – Women's**
• to join our dynamic Commercial team.
• In this exciting role, you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping the women's category by curating a selection that reflects the latest trends and meets the evolving needs of customers. If you’re driven by data, thrive on creativity and have a flair for negotiation, this is your chance to make a lasting impact in one of Australia's leading e-commerce businesses.
• About the Role
• Understand and drive company-wide strategies and OKRs.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and recommend new products and brands.
• Monitor inventory levels to maintain adequate stock availability.
• Evaluate vendor performance and support vendor onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Negotiate favourable commercial terms with wholesale and marketplace vendors.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and industry regulations.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including brand plans, SKU lists and category documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve the onsite customer experience.
• Analyse data, interpret trends and make commercially informed recommendations.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend procurement and platform strategies.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to achieve mutual commercial outcomes.
• Collaborate with key brands to develop compelling product assortments.
• Manage underperforming brands and recommend improvement strategies.
• Review contract terms and ensure compliance with agreed conditions.
• Partner with Marketing to identify go-to-market and promotional opportunities.
• Develop strategic category roadmaps aligned to commercial objectives and customer segments.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Marketing, Vendor Management, Operations and Finance.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members.
• Adapt quickly to changing market conditions and business priorities.
• Support additional projects and responsibilities as required.
• About You
• Previous experience as an Assistant Buyer or Junior Buyer in a high-volume retail or e-commerce environment.
• Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and

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• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Effective time management and organisational skills.
• Collaborative team player.
• Passion for women's fashion and emerging trends.
• Life at the Company
• People are at the heart of the business, with a culture built around collaboration, continuous learning and innovation. Employees enjoy:
• Flexible hybrid working.
• Learning and development opportunities, including learning days, hackathons and LinkedIn Learning.
• Generous parental leave benefits.
• Birthday leave.
• Employee product discounts and sample sales.
• Fitness and wellbeing programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid volunteer days to support community initiatives.
• The company is committed to creating an accessible recruitment process. Applicants requiring adjustments during recruitment are encouraged to request support.
• If you're ready to take your buying career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.
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• **Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what's outlined.**
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• **Key Responsibilities**
• 🚀 Driving company strategies
• 📦 Monitoring inventory levels
• 🤝 Building supplier relationships
• **Key Strengths**
• 📊 Data analysis
• 🤝 Negotiation
• 🔍 Market research
• 📈 Excel reporting
• 🗣️ Communication skills
• ⏰ Time management
• **Why this company is partnering with Hatch**
• Our client is partnering with Hatch to provide a more engaging and skills-focused hiring experience. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that's right for them, giving candidates the opportunity to show more than just their resume.
• **A Final Note:**
• This is a role with one of Hatch's clients, not with Hatch.