Welcome to Skechers Australia, where we're not just selling shoes; we're shaping lifestyles! Skechers is a global leader in the footwear industry, known for our innovative designs, superior comfort, and a commitment to providing the ultimate walking experience. As a brand that transcends boundaries and trends, Skechers has become synonymous with fashion‐forward and comfortable footwear.
About the Role
We are looking for a highly organised and analytical Buyer's Assistant to support our Buying team. This role plays an important part in driving sales performance, managing inventory, and maintaining strong relationships with brand partners. If you have a passion for retail and enjoy working in a fast‐paced environment, this could be a great opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting and Analysis
* Prepare weekly trade and sales reports, including store performance and trade dashboards
* Conduct post‐season sales analysis on a monthly, quarterly, and half‐yearly basis
* Manage inventory reporting with a focus on deliveries and intake
* Provide ad‐hoc reporting as required
Buying Support
* Assist the Buyer in developing and executing merchandise strategies across brands and categories
* Analyse weekly performance to identify best sellers, slow movers, risks, and opportunities
* Maintain awareness of current and emerging sports and fashion trends, as well as the local market
* Manage the order process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and up‐to‐date records
* Maintain accurate buy plans within your portfolio
Brand and Supplier Relationships
* Build and maintain strong relationships with brand partners and suppliers
* Represent company values in all external interactions
* Communicate effectively with suppliers to achieve proactive outcomes
Inventory Management
* Support contract management processes
* Manage purchase order entry and maintenance
* Ensure product hierarchy accuracy and data integrity
* Follow correct EDI protocols
* Coordinate delivery processes and communicate updates to stakeholders
* Maintain accurate inventory and merchandise plans
Retail Support
* Communicate key product and business updates to stores
* Provide product and new brand knowledge to retail teams
* Prepare and review monthly store documentation
* Conduct regular store visits to gather insights and feedback
About You
* Strong analytical and reporting skills
* High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities
* Strong communication and relationship building skills
* Passion for retail with an interest in sports and fashion trends
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‐paced environment
Why Join Us
* Be part of a dynamic and growing retail business
* Work with leading global brands
* Opportunity to develop your career in buying and merchandising
* Collaborative and supportive team environment
At Accent Group Limited we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, physical and mental ability. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. The Accent Group acknowledges, and pays respect, to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the land. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Maori people.
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