Junior Buyer – Apparel
Job Description
- Iconic Australian owned and operated global retail business
- Must have prior experience with apparel
- Hybrid role in a vibrant, team culture where we embrace pace, encourage new ideas & leadership
About Us
Anaconda has come a long way from our first ever store in Bayswater Victoria, back in 2004.
With over 70+ stores nationwide, we’re passionate about equipping our customers for their outdoor pursuits. We’re a fast-paced, dynamic company that values innovation, leadership, and a strong team culture
We are seeking a proactive Junior Buyer to join Anaconda’s Merchandise Buying team in the Kidswear Category. You’ll work closely with the Buyer and play a crucial role in bringing retail campaigns to life from start to finish.
What You Will Be Doing
- Developing and managing product ranges to drive category performance.
- Contributing to merchandise plans that impact sales, stock, and open-to-buy.
- Managing markdown and product lifecycles.
- Analyzing customer needs and contributing to long-term category strategies.
- Supporting category range reviews.
- Building and nurturing strong relationships with trade partners.
- Coordinating and executing marketing plans.
About You
- Must have prior experience with apparel
- Demonstrated experience in hard goods product development will be desirable
- Excellent communication (verbal & written) skills
- Commercial mindset working in a dynamic and fast paced team
- Able to develop strong relationships
- A good team player with excellent administrative skills – incl. Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Passionate for the outdoors!
What’s in it for you?
- Along with the incredible career- growth opportunity of being part of this brand-new team, we can offer you
- Competitive salary base + Superannuation + Profit Share
- Career progression, personal development, training & mentorship
- A culture that rewards initiative and creativity
- Centrally located office, close to south Melbourne market
- Benefits- team discount, EAP, gym discounts and more
A Little More About Us…
Spotlight Group Holdings (SGH) is a privately held $3bn+ Australian parent company which controls, operates and invests in a diverse set of businesses and assets.
SGH is one of Australia’s largest privately-owned and operated family business, comprising of the Spotlight Retail Group, the Spotlight Property Group, Spotlight Group Investments , Spotlight Direct Investments and the Spotlight Charitable Foundation .
Comprising of the long term existing iconic brands in Spotlight, Anaconda and Mountain Designs, together with the exciting addition of Harris Scarfe, SRG is acknowledged as market leaders within the Australian retail space
Ready to Shine?
To apply, please complete our online application form and submit an up-to-date resume.
You must have unrestricted working rights in Australia to be considered for this position.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
No agency enquiries or applications please.