FOREVER USStep into the world of Forever New, where fashion knows no boundaries. As Australia's trailblazing brand in clothing and accessories, we're taking the globe by storm with over 350+ stores and a thriving online presence. Our community is a vibrant tapestry of style enthusiasts, visionary designers, creative thinkers, and trendsetters who have propelled us from Melbourne to the world stage. With an unwavering passion for fashion, we are dedicated to creating moments that bring a radiant smile to her face.THE PERKS WE OFFER YOUAs a valued member of the Forever New family, you'll not only enjoy a wide range of exciting rewards and benefits, but also be part of a team that genuinely appreciates your talent and dedication.Discover the perks of joining us:Benefit from a generous 40% employee discount, including periodic discounts for your family and friends.Enjoy the flexibility of loyalty and birthday leave to celebrate special moments in your life.Indulge in monthly afternoon tea sessions and monthly early finish Fridays, creating a delightful work atmosphere.Take advantage of our wellbeing and environmental incentives, promoting your overall wellness and contributing to a sustainable future.Engage in continuous learning and development programs to enhance your skills and foster personal and professional growth.Be recognized for your outstanding contributions through our recognition program and service awards.Enjoy the convenience of subsidized car parking, ensuring a stress-free commute.Thrive in our vibrant head office located in Richmond, an area renowned for its energy and creativity.Gain exposure to a global business operating across 5 continents, expanding your horizons and providing diverse experiences.Receive recruitment referral incentives for bringing talented individuals to join our exceptional team.YOUR DREAM OPPORTUNITYAn exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Buyer who is eager to push boundaries and has an innate sense of style and a passion for the fast-paced world of fashion!You will be at the forefront of driving the category to brand new heights and will unleash your creativity and expertise as you develop commercially relevant ranges for Forever New's global markets. Your comprehensive knowledge of local and overseas market trends will be instrumental in constructing a commercially balanced range that adheres to the critical path.As part of our incredibly talented Buying team, you will collaborate and thrive alongside like-minded individuals who will fuel your creativity and ignite your inspiration like never before. You will have the empowering opportunity to develop and nurture a team of ambitious junior members, who will seek your mentorship and support for their professional growth.Get excited to:Construct a commercially balanced range which offers the right mix of print, plain, and colour and end use for the businessLiaising with the Managing Director and Buying leaders on long-term product planningEnsure a clear and sensible price architecture which ensures maximum sales and profitabilityWork with design to ensure range reflects the right level of newness/fashion/trend & that volume lines are maximised and moved on at the right timeCoordinate all areas of the buying process to ensure that stock is ordered and delivered on timeAnalyse & have a comprehensive understanding of category history applying this to the range buildEnsure range reflects climate needs of all regionsEnsure all department financial parameters and targets are achievedRespond to sales and market data to make commercial decisions to maximise sales opportunities and minimise potential future risksTrade the department, in collaboration with the Planner, by optimising profit, maximising department potential through repeats, and minimising slow performance through promotion or mark-downsComprehensive knowledge of local and overseas market trends through various mediums including magazines and online researchAnalyse relevance of trends for brand and plan reaction accordinglyDemonstrate comprehensive knowledge and awareness of competitors and external trends, identifying missed opportunities and trends to maximise revenueBrief Design to ensure fabrics, prints and style details are consistent with brand vision using relevant option plan provided by PlanningWork with Design & QA to ensure best fit, consistency of fit and best possible quality of fabric, trim, make and finishMake commercial decisions throughout the development process of a product with respect to delivering the most commercial style in the most profitable way, adhering to brand standardsBe aware of production progress against department critical path ensuring key dates are met by the team.THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU OFFER USAt least 5 years’ experience as a BuyerExceptional knowledge of all fabrications, raw materials, product categories and garment constructionExperience working across international marketsStrong commercial acumen and business judgementWell-developed internal and external stakeholder management skillsRelevant tertiary qualification in Fashion Design/Buying (or equivalent)Experience in team managementAt Forever New, our people and customers are the heart and soul of everything we do. As our retail footprint rapidly expands across the globe, we embrace diversity and inclusion in all forms. We believe in hiring based on capability and performance, fostering an environment where everyone has the opportunity to shine.Our DNA is shaped by a set of core values that guide our every step:Think CustomerRespect for allKeep it SimpleTake ResponsibilityAct with PaceJoin Forever New and become part of a community that values your uniqueness and offers exciting opportunities for personal and professional growth. Apply now and let your talents shine in an environment that celebrates diversity and fosters success!
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