Buying Assistant-Childrenswear

Who are we?

At Target, we deliver quality products at prices the whole family will love for longer. We’re home to quality pieces, made for you and your life.

With our iconic logo, we are one of the most renowned Australian retail brands and for almost 100 years, we have held a special place in the hearts and minds of Australian families.

We’re immensely proud of our history and are looking for people to join us who are as excited by our future as we are.

Join the team

At Target, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive Merchandise team where you'll gain exposure to the end-to-end product development and buying process. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career, build commercial capability and contribute to delivering great value and exciting Childrenswear products for our customers.

What you'll be doing

We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Buying Assistant to support our Childrenswear category. Working closely with the Buyer, suppliers and key stakeholders across the business, you'll play an important role in bringing inspiring and affordable fashion products to our customers while ensuring product information, advertising activity and merchandising processes are managed accurately and efficiently.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain exposure to the end-to-end buying cycle within one of Australia's leading retailers. You'll support the development and execution of the Childrenswear range while building valuable commercial, product and stakeholder management skills in a fast-paced retail environment.

Key Responsibilties include:

• Providing accurate and timely administrative support to the Buyer across the Childrenswear category.
• Maintaining product information, keycode registrations and buying plans with a high level of accuracy.
• Raising purchase orders and supporting merchandise procurement activities where required.
• Monitoring deliveries and following up supplier queries to ensure merchandise arrives within critical timelines.
• Coordinating merchandise samples, including requesting, tracking and managing samples throughout the product lifecycle.
• Maintaining the organisation and presentation of the sample room in partnership with the Buyer.
• Ensuring quality control samples are processed and communicated to relevant stakeholders.
• Supporting advertising and promotional activity through the preparation and submission of documentation, advertising samples and system updates.
• Maintaining advertising information and updating relevant merchandising systems.
• Assisting with the review of promotional materials and communicating merchandise amendments to Marketing.
• Liaising with suppliers, stores and internal stakeholders to resolve merchandise, keycode and product-related queries.
• Processing keycode amendments and supporting in-season trading administration activities.

What are we looking for

• Previous administration, coordination or data entry experience, ideally within a retail, fashion or merchandise environment.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining data accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across a broad range of stakeholders.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Well-developed problem-solving and issue resolution capabilities.
• A proactive, adaptable and team-focused approach.
• An interest in retail, fashion and Childrenswear trends.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work.

Benefits we’ll offer:

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
• Access to our team member discount program which can be used across our company network, including Target, Kmart, Bunnings, and Officeworks.
• A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Target and Kmart on eligible product.
• Access to our benefits program, which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health, with over 60 suppliers.
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work, that's why there is opportunity for eligible team members to participate in a bonus program.
• Free onsite parking when you’re required to come into the office.
• We offer inclusive parental leave and ongoing support through our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances.
• A dynamic learning and support program.
• Opportunity to fast-track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor.
• Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes.
• Wesfarmers is Kmart and Target’s parent company, and each year, eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement.
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.

A place you can belong 

We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We 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, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like by emailing kmartgroupcareers@kmart.com.au.

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