Job Opportunity: Buyer - Food, Grocery & Merchandise
We are seeking a skilled buyer to lead our food, grocery and general merchandise categories. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for shaping our ranges, building supplier partnerships and driving commercial impact.
About the Role
This is a strategic role that combines category management, supplier partnerships and community involvement. You will work from our Darwin office, collaborating with internal teams and major suppliers to deliver the right product, at the right price, in the right place - every time.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead category planning, product selection and supplier negotiations across food, grocery and general merchandise.
* Build long-term partnerships with major distributors like Coles, Woolworths, Bidfoods and Metcash.
* Review pricing integrity, manage promotional planning and ensure margin targets are met.
* Collaborate with retail and logistics teams to ensure stock is delivered in full, on time and on budget.
* Support store teams with core range implementation and product performance insights.
* Travel to remote store locations to assess stock, gather feedback and build relationships.
Requirements
* 3+ years' experience in buying, procurement or category management (retail/FMCG/grocery/wholesale).
* Experience in supplier negotiations, contract management and margin control.
* Strong data skills - ability to work with reports, analyse performance and make commercial decisions.
* Excellent communication and adaptability - able to engage with everyone from store teams to executives.
* A collaborative and community-minded attitude, with a drive to give back through your work.
* Willingness to travel to regional and remote locations as part of your role.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and relocation package.
* Not-for-profit salary packaging to increase take-home pay.
* 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading.
* $50 monthly phone allowance.
* Staff discounts at major retailers.
* Work uniforms provided.
* Future career pathway to Assistant Merchandise Manager.
Join Our Team
We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, where you can grow and develop your skills. If you are a motivated and experienced buyer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.