Buyer

Sierra Trading Post, Inc; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TJX Australia is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in sourcing brand-name goods and driving sales through strong vendor partnerships. With a minimum of four years of experience in a fast-paced retail environment, this role requires excellent analytical and negotiating skills.

The Buyer will maintain awareness of market trends to make informed purchasing decisions while working closely with the merchandising team to meet company goals. Join us at the forefront of the retail industry!

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years as a Buyer in a retail environment.
• Experience in fashion-oriented apparel or home category.
• Proven sales results and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Source new vendors and negotiate purchasing decisions.
• Maintain knowledge of market trends and prices.
• Work closely with merchandising team to achieve objectives.

Skills

Negotiating skills

Analytical skills

Sales driving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

TJX Australia

At TJX Australia, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our Processing Centers, Corporate Offices, or our TK Maxx Retail Stores, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.

Job Description:

The Opportunity: Grow Your Career.

• Our merchants are in the market every week fostering vendor relationships and buying exciting merchandise that represents an incredible value to our customer
• TJX is not tied to a corporate controlled matrix; we expect and encourage our Buyers to source new vendors and resources to bring in desired goods
• Our Buyers have a high level of autonomy; they have the ability to negotiate and make on-the-spot decisions while in the market place
• We provide an environment where our Buyers can be creative, free thinkers and encourage risk taking
• Opportunistically purchase quality, brand name goods
• Analyze history and current business in order to strategically forecast future opportunities
• As part of the merchandising team you will work closely with other Buyers, and Management, to meet Company goals and objectives
• Maintain knowledge of market conditions regarding price, resources and fashion as they relate to trends and key items, and react accordingly to impact sales
• Negotiate and make decisions to buy, while in the market place.
• Travel as required

Who We’re Looking For: You

• Must have a minimum of four years at the Buyer level in a fast paced retail environment and fashion oriented apparel or home category
• Prior experience as a Buyer in a large, multi-unit retail environment
• Must have a proven history of successfully driving sales results
• Must have strong analytical, financial, strategic and planning skills
• Must have a proven record of strong negotiating skills, with examples to substantiate
• Must be a go-getter, with a “can-do attitude” and a true excitement for the business
• Creative, entrepreneurial minded, with a strong comfort level with taking measurable risks
• Strong team playing, clear communication, and relationship building skills are very important in order to be successful in our business

As proud as we are of our past success, it’s our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.

Address:

Level 5 189 O’Riordan Street

Location:

AUS Home Office Mascot NSW