Charcoal Clothing is one of Australia's fastest-growing women's fashion brands, with a bold digital presence and a customer-first approach. We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Buyer to join our team and start your career in the exciting world of fashion buying.
If you've got retail fashion experience and a passion for product, this is your chance to step into head office and learn the ropes alongside our Buyer and Merchandise Planner.
Kindly note this is an in-house position, located at our HQ in Brisbane, QLD (not available for remote work).
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About the Role
As Assistant Buyer, you'll work closely with the Buyer and Merchandise Planner, gaining hands-on exposure to the full buying process. You'll support with everything from order sheets and supplier communication to forecasting and product launches, while learning how a fast-growing fashion brand operates behind the scenes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Buyer and Merchandise Planner with product selection, forecasting, and seasonal planning
* Assist with purchase orders, supplier communication, and delivery tracking
* Help keep order sheets, product data, and collection details accurate and organised
* Learn how to track timelines (critical path) and support the team to meet deadlines
* Assist with replenishment and store send-backs, keeping stock levels aligned
* Contribute to trade and competitor reports, and assist with managers' meetings
* Support with accessory sourcing and coordinating new product opportunities
* Keep an eye on out-of-stock lines and update the team on changes or risks
* Collaborate with design, e-commerce, and marketing to support smooth product launches
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About You
* Retail fashion experience preferred (store, styling, or head office exposure a plus)
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Comfortable working with spreadsheets (Excel or Google Sheets)
* Eager to learn, with a proactive and solution-focused mindset
* Confident communicator, able to work with suppliers and cross-functional teams
* Passion for fashion and an eye for trends that resonate with the Charcoal customer
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What We Offer
* Full-time, in-house role designed to grow your career in fashion buying
* Mentorship and training from an experienced Buyer and Merchandise Planner
* Exposure to the full buying process, from concept through to launch
* A modern Brisbane HQ with a collaborative, supportive team culture
* Exclusive staff discounts and recognition for your contribution