Buying Administrator - Factorie Global Support Centre

USA; Geelong; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Onsite childcare

Wellness centre access

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cotton On Group in Geelong is seeking a Buying Administrator on a 12-month fixed-term contract within our Guys category to support PO execution, sample management and admin workflows with high attention to detail.

You will thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, bring Excel proficiency, strong planning, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to help the Buying team stay on schedule.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Fashion, Textiles or Production.
• Experience in retail or fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in data reporting and analysis.
• Excellent interpersonal communication with stakeholders.
• Strong organization, planning and time management.
• Self-motivated and results driven.

Responsibilities

• Support Buying department administration and sample management with accuracy.
• Handle purchase orders and maintain operating rhythm.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet deadlines.
• Assist in data reporting and analysis as required.

Skills

Excel (Microsoft)

Data reporting

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Time management

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Education

Fashion/Textiles/Production degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ABOUT US

We're a youth street brand that is accessible to our edit customer aged 16-24. We empower our community to express themselves through fashion, music, sports and art - because we believe in more than just selling clothes. We believe in real people, real stories & real connection. We thrive off culture. Everything that we do is anchored in authentic edge and confident attitude. We sell product that inspires our community to explore and experiment with their visual identity. We give our customer a voice and use our voice to advocate for them - platforming the things that matter most to them. Youth supporting youth. Become a part of our world.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven individual to join our Factorie team as a Buying Administrator on a 12-month fixed-term contract in our Guys category. You will be responsible for supporting the functionality and operating rhythm of the Buying department including all aspects of administration and sample management to ensure that all purchase orders are carried out with accuracy and efficiency. We are looking for someone who has a high level of attention to detail, planning and the ability to meet deadlines. It is essential that you are able to work autonomously and have the skillset to problem solve and make confident decisions that will support the function of each department. If you are a looking for hands on experience working within a product space and are passionate about supporting a team to be at their best, then this could be your new role.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Ideally, you are a graduate in either Fashion, Textiles or Production
• Previous experience in retail or another fast-paced environment.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft excel is essential
• Demonstrated experience in data reporting and analysis.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organisation, planning and time management skills
• Self-motivated and results driven

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working options&people-first leave initiatives
• Access to our world-class Support Centre, with an in-house restaurant& state-of-the-art wellness centre featuring free gym &holistic health services
• Subsidised onsite childcare centre
• 50% off ourBrands | Cotton On, Cotton On Body, Cotton On Kids, Rubi Shoes, Typo, Factorie &Supre
• 24/7 Wellness support – mental health, relationships, family + more
• Local &Global career growth
• Discounts for you &your family – medical, travel, financial + more
• Performance & Peak incentives to reward +recognise our team
• Returnity -Paidprogram for new parents heading back to work
• Bring your dog to work
• Recognition, team connection moments& more!

Cotton On’s purpose is to make a positive difference in people’s lives. Born in Australia, Cotton On is a global fashion and lifestyle retailer with eight brands across 22 countries and 1,500 stores. Powered by 20,000 team members, who together with our customers, are making a positive impact through one life-changing Foundation. Taking their Aussie lifestyle to the world and delivering Good along the way, Cotton On brands offer youthful fashion and lifestyle products across women's, men’s, kids, body, accessories and stationery.

We are proud of our diverse global workforce of 20,000 team members from countless nationalities, and we strongly welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply with us.

We are focused on bringing more voices, experiences and backgrounds to our workforce as we drive diverse and inclusive outcomes for our team and our customers.

If you have any individual needs in order to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] we may support you in completing the job application process.