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About the role
Temple & Webster is Australia’s leading online retailer of furniture and homewares, aiming to make the world more beautiful, one room at a time. We are seeking a Junior Buyer to manage our private label product portfolio, including sourcing and selecting ranges to maximize profits with guidance from an experienced buyer.
Responsibilities
Manage product portfolio, including briefing, development, selection, and sourcing to meet financial and customer targets.
Negotiate with suppliers and ensure accurate product data for seamless launches.
Collaborate with Category Management, imports, and other teams to align on strategies.
Oversee product listings and data accuracy to optimize sales and customer satisfaction.
Analyze product performance and support strategic decisions.
Research market trends and attend industry events, including overseas travel to build supplier relationships.
Work with Quality and Compliance teams to review shipment quality.
Requirements
1-2 years experience in homewares/furniture sourcing, preferably within Australian retail, with knowledge of import supply chains.
Proven success in sourcing private label products and managing existing ranges.
Experience with international manufacturers in the Asia Pacific region and willingness to travel.
Strong Excel and analytical skills; eCommerce experience is a plus.
Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
Interest in AI technology to improve work efficiency.
Additional benefits
Employee discounts, flexible work arrangements, paid birthday and parental leave, catered lunches, and more.
Position details
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Contract (15 months)
Location: Sydney, NSW, Australia
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