Assistant Buyer - Explore More

WHO ARE WE

We're all about making life fantastic for our team and our customers. We're not into corporate jargon or hierarchy. We're known for being unconventional; for allowing our team members to be themselves; for supporting our people to develop great careers; and most importantly having FUN! When you join us, you're joining a passionate team who are committed to being learners, collaborators, and changemakers.

YOUR NEW ROLE

Join our team as an Assistant Buyer and play a crucial role in driving the success of the Explore More strategy. As a key support to the Explore More Buyer, you'll be instrumental in ensuring the smooth execution of our strategy by fostering seamless collaboration between suppliers, internal teams, and external partners.

Your responsibilities will encompass facilitating product sourcing, maintaining strong supplier relationships, meticulous data entry, and contributing to the overall triumph of the Explore More business. Elevate your career with us and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to optimizing processes and achieving unparalleled success in the retail industry.

• Ensure our suppliers are aligned with our quality and testing expectations, tracking and measuring product quality and return data
• Interact positively with the Buying, Planning, Marketing and Quality teams to achieve seamless introduction of new products online
• Develop a deep understanding of our customers' needs to drive new product and digital experience opportunities
• Identify areas of improvement based on customer feedback including product content, sales performance and supplier operational performance.
• Support the implementation of operational processes and policies to deliver continued growth and improvement for the Explore More operating model
• Work closely with the buyer to ensure that all relevant photography samples arrive in time for photography. Responsible for physical product and record keeping for samples.
• Contribute to and Implement the Explore More Product and category plans
• Collaborate with the buyer, source new vendors and products for range growth within our future vision
• Monitor and achieve Vendor and SKU performance as aligned with our Ranging principles and associated KPIs
• Work closely with key teams to achieve seamless introduction of new products online, including screening all new product submissions and ensuring all mandatory data and certifications are provided and are correct
• Responsible for owning the day-to-day management of supporting tools like the pricing tool, identify monthly slow selling sku's and plan their exit
• Produce insights, recommendations, and reporting around marketing and social campaigns in order to drive sales
• Actively support the buyer with the category strategy initiatives to drive sales, focusing on the key categories and subcategories to compliment and fill gaps in the Core range

TO BE SUCESSFUL IN THE ROLE, YOU WILL REQUIRE:

• Prior experience in Ecommerce.
• Excellent communication and numerical skills
• Previous experience in a buying role would be beneficial
• Advanced skills in Excel to manipulate data, analyse and interpret
• Sound ability in Word and PowerPoint
• Professional with a sense of fun and vibrancy for a fast paced and dynamic environment with tight deadlines
• Highly developed customer relationship management skills
• Demonstrated training & coaching skills.
• Advanced skills in MS Office suite

What You Can Expect:

• Education and Development: We believe in continuous learning. That's why we offer you the opportunity to complete a Certificate III in Retail, fully sponsored by us. You'll gain valuable skills that will benefit you throughout your career.
• Generous Staff Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on our Fantastic Furniture products, making your home even more fabulous. We believe in sharing the perks with our team.
• Work-Life Balance: We're dedicated to ensuring you have a healthy work/life balance. Flexibility is at the core of our culture, enabling you to achieve both personal and professional success.
• Health and Wellbeing: Your well-being matters to us. We offer a range of health and wellness programs to help you stay at your best, both physically and mentally.
• Career Advancement: We're committed to your growth. Our programs are designed to support your development in your current role and help you reach your future career aspirations.

If you believe we could be your ideal match, we'd love to have a conversation with you! Your journey to a rewarding career starts here.

Fantastic Furniture is a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – that means, we commit to responding to every applicant. We look forward to hearing from you!