Senior Category Buyer - Own Brand - 12 Month Max Term Contract

Since 2011, THE ICONIC has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand. As the #1 fashion e-commerce destination in the region, our e-commerce platforms provide an inspiring and seamless end-to-end customer experience through our own technology innovations. 

THE ICONIC Commercial team is data, product and trend orientated. Our Commercial team is customer obsessed and delivers the future of fashion through curating a customer centric platform of choice. The Category Buying team work together with the Planning team to drive sales, maximise profit, manage intake and ensure that of the moment and forward-thinking ranges engage THE ICONIC customer.

As the Senior Category Buyer you will report to the Buying Manager. You will support the department strategy, vision and budget planning. You will be responsible for assisting the purchasing and procurement of goods required by the business. You will support the Buying Manager to achieve the sales growth within your category in alignment with THE ICONIC’s commercial strategy.

We are currently looking for a Senior Category Buyer- Women's to join our Own Brand team for a 12 Month Max Term Contract.

About the role:

• Own and drive multi department strategy, vision and budget planning in conjunction with Buyers, Planners, Buying Manager and Category Manager


• Must own & buy a strategic or complex department code of significant value.  


• Full ownership of trade within one's own department, incl. replenishment, stock swaps, RTS, CAYG in order to hit approved budget


• Owns and guides junior buyers and buyers to purchase the most relevant range for the desired customer


• Identifies and implements best practices in buying principles and ability to scale departments in a profitable manner


• Supports and develops own relationships with internal key stakeholders 


• Present monthly forecast to senior management interpreting performance using a detailed understanding of the WSSI and key levers of trade within department in collaboration with planner


• Accountable for intake and OTB management to identify opportunities, flag risk with BM/CM/Planner


• Effectively manages relationships with strategic and profitable outcomes 


• Constantly challenges the status quo to drive efficiency and improvement in processes


• Uses clear customer focus to identify opportunities for improvements/ expansion to the customer onsite experience


• Works with key stakeholders to ensure customer persona alignment to execute a well-rounded offer 


• Local and international market, trend and competitor knowledge relevant to the ANZ market


• Identifies promotion/marketing opportunities for the division in order to drive sales and provide a competitive and exciting retail experience for the customer


• Plans and signs off buyership ranges in conjunction with planner in terms of lifecycle, stock management, phasing and margin, etc


• Is fully aware of any product legal requirements and ensures all relevant labelling is correct and present


• Conducts SWOT analysis leading to strategy reviews which is able to succinctly be presented to senior management


• Manages and leads junior team members


• Motivates and supports other members of the division 


• On top of your main roles and responsibilities, if any team deadlines are not being met, you will be required to step in and help carry out any tasks as required by the business.

About you… 

• Ideally you will have previous experience as a Senior Buyer working in high volume business


• Skilled in Excel reporting (including pivot tables and v-look ups)


• Strong communication skills with a great eye for detail


• Excellent time management skills


• A strong team player who embodies our ICONIC Principles


• A love for all things women's trends

Life at THE ICONIC

At THE ICONIC, we believe in doing things a little differently. Whether it's the way we work, our unstoppable growth mindset, or our dedication to sustainability—every ICONITE brings their own unique flair, and we have an absolute blast along the way! People are our greatest asset, and our ICONITE experience is all about empowering you to be your best self—while having a ton of fun doing it!

Here’s a taste of what life at THE ICONIC looks like:

🌟 Flex Your Way – Hybrid working options so you can slay your day wherever works best for you!

🧠 Learning Collective – From learning days to hackathons, we’re all about leveling up our skills together!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents at THE ICONIC – Parental leave and an extra day off for your Child's first day at school, because those moments matter.

🎂 Birthday Bliss – Celebrate YOU with a paid day off and an ICONIC voucher to spoil yourself!

🛍️ Style Game Strong – Our Iconic staff discounts and exclusive ICONITE sample sales will keep your wardrobe on point at all times

💪 Wellness – Access to discounted gym memberships and wellbeing programs because a healthy you is a happy you!

💛 People First – We’ve got your back (and your family's!) with our Employee Assistance Program.

🌍 Do Good, Feel Good – Give back through volunteer days with our Charity Partner, Thread Together, and make a difference in society and the environment.

👯‍♀️ Refer a Friend, Reap the Rewards – Score big with our referral program when your recommended friends join the ICONITE crew!

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