JOIN THE FUN!
As the home of gaming and pop culture, yeah, we sell fun - our products are the coolest in the galaxy! - but we also have fun, with spectacular events, celebrations, competitions, and other festivities to brighten your workday.
We take pride in being a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace, offering employee benefits that make a meaningful difference, and investing in our people’s development to help them build long and rewarding careers.
So come and join the fun, and do what you do best - with us!
Your new role awaits…
Buyers are the key to any successful retailer. They shape the future of our product lines to create value for our business and provide the best retail experience for our customers. At EB Games, our Assistant Buyers enjoy working alongside our Buyers to purchase the newest and coolest video games and pop culture products.
Primary responsibilities:
- Communicating with suppliers and vendors
- Acting as the first point of call for the buying hotline
- Raising purchase orders
- Monitoring and tracking shipment and deliveries
- Reporting and analysis of inventory, sales performance, budget, etc.
- Supporting management and Buyers with pricing, marketing, promotional and display strategies
This role is based at our Store Support Centre in Eagle Farm, Brisbane. Applicants must either live in Brisbane or be willing to relocate for the role.
What are we looking for?
To be successful in this role you must have:
- Confident and articulate communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and high attention to detail
- Ability to work closely with the cross functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations and build effective relationships
- The energy and vitality to work effectively in a fast-paced, busy environment
- Experience in buying, planning and merchandising would be highly considered
What more do we offer?
- Employee discount at EB Games and Zing in store and online
- Benefits platform with discounts at all your favourite retailers
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexibility to support you and maintain work-life balance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
- World-class wellbeing platform
- Training & Development - Certification pathways, Gamified Online Learning Platform
- Onsite parking
- Recreation room with consoles, arcade machines, ping-pong and more!
A little more about us…
Over 25 years EB Games has become one of Australia & New Zealand's leading retailers, but we don't do retail like most companies. Step into our stores, office or warehouse and the energy and passion is undeniable. With more than 400 locations, EB Games and Zing Pop Culture stores are the home of expert advice, service, and iconic gaming and pop culture products.
If you think you'd be the perfect fit - APPLY NOW!
** Applications close 4 July 2024 **