About Rubi, a global retail leader:
We're a global retailer with 8 brands and more than 20,000 passionate people around the globe. Our story began in 2008, when we saw an opportunity to take our apparel know-how one step further, helping customers complete their look, head to toe.
Our vision is to deliver easy-to-wear products that fit seamlessly with customer preferences and can be taken anywhere.
Job Overview:
We're looking for an experienced Category Buyer to lead our Footwear category. You will be responsible for leading the category and working with our Trend team to deliver on big ideas and key lifestyle items that align with brand DNA and customer needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Contribute to department reviews, apply learnings to category decision making, and chase growth opportunities to ensure the success and profitability of our brand.
Collaborate with Production and support your Buying team to deliver on products that are in line with category strategies and compliant and cost-effective.
Requirements:
Tertiary qualification or degree in relevant field i.e. Buying.
Demonstrated experience working with production, trends and buying teams to achieve strategy visions.
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with internal/external stakeholders and support teams.
Previous leadership role in a multi-brand global retailer preferred.
Our Culture:
We're a close-knit bunch who encourage and support each other to achieve big things. We remember to have fun and enjoy the moment. Central to this is our philanthropic arm, which enables us to make a real difference to the lives of thousands of people.
Benefits:
We offer personal and professional development, supported by a growing structure. We provide:
A world-class office with state-of-the-art Wellness Centre featuring spa therapists, holistic health experts and free fitness classes.
Brand-new childcare centre onsite – incredible facilities, indoor and outdoor play areas, subsidised cost, and kids nearby.
The Beckley, our in-house café with chef-prepared healthy meals, coffee and snacks.
Flexible working – enabling you to find the right working rhythm.
Competitive salary packaging.
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
Team mingle celebrations, speaker's series, surprise and delight moments – magic happens when we get together.
Bring your dog to work!