Buyer (Apparel)

Princess Polly; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Flexible working arrangements

Parental leave and family planning

Employee discount program

Office in Burleigh Heads (newly Renov)

Staff social activities

Monthly birthday celebrations

Job summary

Princess Polly, a leading global fashion brand, is seeking a Buyer (Apparel) to lead trend-led assortments from concept to customer. You will source globally, identify emerging trends, and build commercially successful ranges that resonate with our Princess Polly customer.

In a fast-paced, high-growth environment, you will influence category strategy, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive commercial impact while maintaining strong supplier partnerships and a focus on profitability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience as a Buyer in fast fashion or high-volume retail.
• Strong understanding of fashion trends and Princess Polly customer.
• Commercial mindset with ability to analyse data and make confident buying decisions.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills and proactive approach with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Source and develop trend-led apparel ranges aligned to the Princess Polly customer.
• Identify emerging trends through social media, runway, influencers and global markets.
• Build commercially successful assortments balancing trend, customer demand and profitability.
• Manage category buy strategy to deliver sales, margin and stock objectives.
• Analyse sales performance and customer insights to inform buying decisions.
• Collaborate with Planning, Replenishment, Design, Marketing and Supply Chain to deliver the right product at the right time.
• Maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Continuously evolve the assortment with fresh newness.

Skills

Buying experience

Fashion trend analysis

Data-driven decisions

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Job description

Princess Polly is the global fashion brand at the forefront of trend-driven, lower impact and accessible apparel. Established as an online force in the Australian retail scene in 2010, Princess Polly quickly became the clothing brand found in every influencer haul, viral TikTok, Instagram OOTD and celeb street looks. Now, one of the fastest-growing online women's fashion brands in the USA, Princess Polly has been delivering the best online shopping experience to customers worldwide for over 10 years.

As a part of A.K.A Brands; we are a global player with offices located in Los Angeles and Australia’s Gold Coast. With big plans ahead, we're always on the hunt for new talent to join our global team.

Princess Polly is searching for a Buyer (Apparel) to join our high-performing Buying team and help shape the future of our trend-driven apparel offering. In this true buying role, you'll own your assortment from concept through to customer, sourcing globally, identifying emerging trends and building commercially successful ranges that our customers love.

Working in a progressive, fast-paced business where no two days are the same, you'll have the opportunity to influence your category, introduce newness and see your buying decisions come to life across a global brand. This is a genuine buying role focused on product, creativity and commercial impact, giving you the autonomy to do what you do best.

If you're passionate about fashion, thrive in a high-growth environment and are ready to take the next step in your buying career, this is your opportunity to make your mark with one of the world's fastest-growing online fashion brands.

What you'll be doing:

• Source and develop trend-led apparel ranges aligned to the Princess Polly customer.
• Identify emerging trends through social media, runway, influencers and global markets.
• Build commercially successful assortments that balance trend, customer demand and profitability.
• Manage your category's buy strategy to deliver sales, margin and stock objectives.
• Analyse sales performance and customer insights to make informed buying decisions.
• Partner closely with Planning, Replenishment, Design, Marketing and Supply Chain to deliver the right product at the right time.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Continuously seek opportunities to evolve the assortment and bring fresh newness to the business.

What success looks like:

• You consistently identify emerging trends and turn them into best-selling products.
• Your ranges deliver strong sales, margin and sell-through results.
• You confidently balance creativity with commercial decision-making.
• You build trusted relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• You take ownership of your category and proactively identify opportunities for growth.
• You contribute new ideas and help keep Princess Polly at the forefront of trend-driven fashion.

What you’ll bring:

• 3+ years' experience as a Buyer, ideally within fast fashion or a high-volume retail environment.
• A strong understanding of fashion trends and the Princess Polly customer.
• A commercial mindset with the ability to analyse data and make confident buying decisions.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive approach, high attention to detail and a genuine passion for fashion.

We recognise that asking you to give 100% of yourself on a daily basis requires us to offer an amazing opportunity.

Competitive salary package.
Flexible working arrangements.
Access to a best in class parental leave and family planning program.
Exceptional employee discount program.
A stunning newly renovated office in beautiful Burleigh Heads;
Work as part of a team of dedicated individuals focused on doing their best each day.
Staff social activities.
Monthly birthday celebrations.

Aside from the amazing tangible benefits and perks, Princess Polly offers you the chance to make a daily impact on a global business.

Princess Polly is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) We're committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Come join us, different makes us better.

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