Buying Assistant - Fixed Term Contract

Who are we?

We are one of Australia’s most-loved retail brands and a dedicated team of over 12,000 people. For almost 100 years we have held a special place in the hearts and minds of Australian families.
We are unstoppable in our drive to digitally transform Target to delight our customers every day through a multi- channel shopping experience.
There’s never been a more exciting time to join our team.

We are an iconic Australian brand

With our instantly recognisable logo, we are one of the most iconic brands on the Australian retail market. From first baby clothes to first fashion moments, we have created special memories that families across the country hold dear. By making affordable quality and style accessible for all, we have built a reputation for helping Australian families live better.

We are a great place to work and grow

We are a close-knit team led by passionate and supportive leaders who are committed to helping you be your best. You’ll be challenged and inspired in equal measure as we continue to transform our business.

What will you do?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Buying Assistant in our fantastic Kidswear team to join Target!

This is an exciting, dynamic & fun category with a huge variety of product! Our team are doing great things & taking our category to a whole new level! To assist us in getting there, we need an incredible Buying Assistant to support us on this journey.
As a Buying Assistant working for Target, you will support our Buyers in sourcing the best possible products that bring meaningful moments into our customers lives.

Some of the key responsibilities are:

• Managing all marketing and coordination of samples for all advertising, including online 
• Managing the product registration process after sign off - from keycode creation to sampling and packaging coordination
• Supporting the department by ensuring all data entry information is accurate, up to date & maintained
• Provide market insights by assessing the competitive set on a regular basis and feedback to the team.
• Liaising with and supporting a local supply base as well as an overseas sourcing team.

What are we looking for?

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 apparel! 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:

• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to manage and interpret data
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective numerical, critical thinking and analytical skills 
   

If you have a hunger to learn and grow in the Fashion world, then we’d love to hear from you!

What will you get?

Target has some great benefits, including:

•  Great career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group
•  Team Member discounts across Target, Kmart, Bunnings and Officeworks.
•  A free One Pass membership offering free delivery across Kmart and Target on eligible product
•  Access to Employee Assistance Program
•  Convenient location next to freeway and train station, with free onsite parking and a café!
•  Novated leasing options
•  Paid parental leave scheme
•  Flexible hybrid work arrangements through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our Target Store Support Office (including Work-From-Home days with a real work-life) balance
•  Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself
•  A Supported Learning and Career Development program
•  Opportunity in Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible) and to participate in a bonus program (where eligible).

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.
 
 As part of our recruitment process, we will be conducting Pre-Employment Checks with our successful candidates – this will include a police check.  Talent Acquisition will provide further updates to candidates as they progress through our recruitment process.
 
Candidates interested in this position should apply directly to this advertisement as we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.
 
If you would like to explore a career with Target and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!

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