Buyer - Confectionary

The Reject Shop Ltd.; Victoria; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

EAP support

Job summary

The Reject Shop Ltd. in Victoria, Australia is seeking a Buyer to join our Store Support Centre. You will manage a category, coordinate samples and promotions, and negotiate with suppliers to secure value and quality for our customers.

With 1–2 years in buying or merchandising, you will analyse data in Excel, support catalogue development, and collaborate with Planning, Marketing, and Store Operations to drive profitable sales in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in buying, merchandising, or procurement.
• Experience in FMCG categories.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Proficient in Excel and data analysis to support decisions.

Responsibilities

• Manage a category and deliver on the critical path.
• Coordinate samples, purchase orders, and promotions to meet timelines.
• Communicate with local and overseas suppliers for quotes and information.
• Assist with catalogue planning, marketing submissions, and artwork programs.
• Run merchandise reports and monitor competitor pricing.
• Build strong internal relationships with Planning, Marketing and Store Ops teams.
• Help shape a category strategy that delivers value and experience for customers.

Skills

FMCG knowledge

Supplier negotiations

Multitasking

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

You’ve seen the headlines. You’ve heard the hype.

The Reject Shop is now part of global retail giant Dollarama, and we’re building something big.

2026 is set to be a huge year. Our store network is expanding, our customer experience is evolving, and we’re growing towards 700 stores. Behind the scenes, our Merchandise team is making it happen and this is your chance to be part of it.

We’re looking for aBuyer to join our Store Support Centre team and help deliver the products our customers love at the prices they expect. This role is all about building strong supplier relationships, and executing a customer‑centric strategy that drives profitable sales.

You’ll be hands‑on with everything from sourcing and sample management to promotional planning and supplier negotiations. If you’re ready to learn, grow, and make an impact in a fast‑paced retail environment, this is the role for you.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a category and delivering on the critical path.
• Coordinating samples, purchase orders, and promotional activity to meet timelines.
• Communicating with local and overseas suppliers to secure quotes, samples, and product information.
• Assisting with catalogue planning, marketing submissions, and artwork programs.
• Running merchandise reports and checking competitor pricing.
• Building strong internal relationships with Planning, Marketing, and Store Operations teams.
• Helping shape a category strategy that keeps our customers coming back for quality, value, and experience.

What you’ll bring

• 1–2 years’ experience in buying, merchandising, or procurement.
• Experience buying within FMCG categories
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confidence in supplier negotiations and purchase order management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis for informed decision‑making.
• A commercial mindset with knowledge of pricing strategies and margin calculations.
• A proactive, adaptable approach, you thrive under pressure and keep things moving.

What we can offer you

• A fast‑paced, purpose‑led team driving retail transformation.
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and progress in a national retailer.
• Exposure to supplier negotiations and category strategy development.
• Employee benefits including paid parental leave and EAP support.
• A role where you can own it, do it, and see your impact across the business.

This is more than a buying role. It’s a chance to learn from the best, build your career, and help shape the future of value retail in Australia.