Administration Assistant (Buying Department)

• Enjoy flexible schedules and on-site parking.
• Develop your career in retail with experienced peers in a growing business.
• Up to $60k + Super | Recognition and reward program in place

At Prices Plus, we believe in fostering an environment where work is not just a task, but a fulfilling experience. Our company culture is one that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. We are seeking a committed Administrative Assistant to unite with our Buying Department and contribute to our pursuit of excellence and growth.

With us, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact, grow both professionally and personally, and be a part of a dynamic team that values your contribution.

Why Choose Prices Plus?

A Unique Work Environment: Enjoy the flexibility of managing your own work schedule and the advantage of our state-of-the-art office located in Yatala, Queensland, with ample free onsite parking.

Empowerment and Growth: Working with a team of 3 experienced buyers, this position will provide you with exposure to the entire lifecycle of buying for a retail business. This is the perfect launch pad for a career in retail buying, stock control or allocation.

Employee-Centric Approach: We prioritise our employees' wellbeing and development. From an Employee Assistance Program to team-building events, local team buying trips and social gatherings, we ensure that our employees are supported, engaged, and motivated.

Opportunity for Impact: This is your chance to be a part of a growing team that values collaboration. As a Buyers Assistant your ideas and input will be an important contribution to the refinement of internal processes to drive efficiency.

Inclusive and Diverse Culture: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity. Join a team where your voice is heard, your contributions are valued, and your growth is nurtured.

Your Empowering Contribution

You will see yourself playing a vital role in increasing our brand recognition, recall and driving sales.

Reporting directly to our Merchandise Manager, you will have the opportunity to:

• Provide general support during meeting with suppliers.
• Build relationships and act as a point of contact for both suppliers and internal stakeholders, coordinating appointments, events, and meetings.
• Raise purchase orders, process shipping documents, and invoices and assist with issues or disputes with suppliers.
• Coordinate delivery schedules and shipping dates.
• Work closely with buyers to monitor sales and assist with quality control.
• Assist with managing and implementing strategies for inventory optimisation.
• Prepare reports to provide insights and support decision making.
• Assist with conducting market research to identify trends, pricing and competitor information.

Your Expertise and Potential

To shine in this role, you'll need:

• High attention to detail and strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as computer literacy.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Excel.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously as well as the capacity to prioritize and manage workloads effectively.
• An outgoing and friendly personality with a can-do attitude.
• Common sense, enthusiasm, integrity, and flexibility.
• Keen to learn and be part of training sessions.
• Able to work effectively both individually and in a team environment.
• Willing to learn and develop a career in buying within the retail industry.

🌟 Apply Now and Let Your Career Flourish at Prices Plus!🌟

Join us in our mission to create a workplace where passion meets purpose, and individual growth is celebrated. If you are ready to take the next step in your career within a supportive and engaging environment, we want to hear from you. Be a part of Prices Plus, where your potential meets limitless opportunities.

To find out more about us, and our mission, vision, and values, click here: https://www.pricesplus.com.au/Careers.

Pre-employment checks will be tailored to the specific requirements of each role and may include, but are not limited to, medical assessments, drug and alcohol screening, and police background checks. The nature and extent of these checks will be determined based on the responsibilities and demands of the position and discuss in the next recruitment steps.