Buyer’s Assistant — Retail Buying & Data Support (Hybrid)

WHSmith Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Birthday day off

Annual bonus

Wellbeing program

Employee discounts

Job summary

WHSmith Australia is seeking a Buyer’s Assistant to support our Buying team in the Sydney Support Office. You will help manage item creation and maintenance, ensure price accuracy, and update item details for promotions.

Joining us means a hybrid setup with 3 days in our Woolloomooloo office; flexible working, a paid birthday day off, annual bonus, and strong development opportunities in a diverse, wellbeing-focused workplace.

Qualifications

• Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong MS Excel skills.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Attention to detail with analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Managing item creation and maintenance.
• Ensuring price accuracy in merchandise systems.
• Accurately updating item details for promotional programs.
• Creating and maintaining line sheets for distribution to the relevant team, with correct images and information.
• Managing communication with buyers and suppliers regarding delivery timelines and changes in delivery methods.
• Collaborating with internal teams, external stakeholders and suppliers to ensure cohesive operations.

Skills

Organised

Excel skills

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

WHSmith Australia is seeking a Buyer’s Assistant to support our Buying team in the Sydney Support Office. You will help manage item creation and maintenance, ensure price accuracy, and update item details for promotions.

Joining us means a hybrid setup with 3 days in our Woolloomooloo office; flexible working, a paid birthday day off, annual bonus, and strong development opportunities in a diverse, wellbeing-focused workplace.