Buying Manager - 12 Month Contract

Meshki; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Monthly clothing allowance

Bi-weekly breakfasts

Wellness program and flexible working

Job summary

MESHKI is seeking an experienced professional to lead end-to-end product development and buying, driving category strategies and cohesive collections across design, buying and merchandising. This role will mentor buyers and BAAs while collaborating with design, production and merch planning to deliver ranges that launch on time and meet brand standards.

You will oversee multiple categories, manage supplier relationships, and apply data-driven decisions to optimize margins and customer appeal in

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a buying or product development role within fashion retail, managing full collections end-to-end.
• Strong commercial acumen with ability to balance trend direction, margin targets and customer insights.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring and developing junior team members.
• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills with a track record of cost efficiencies.
• Expertise in range planning, OTB alignment and category ownership.

Responsibilities

• Manage ranges from concept through to bulk approval, ensuring alignment with brand vision and commercial strategy.
• Oversee all product timelines from proto to production handover, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Take ownership of all product categories to balance styles, fabrics and price points.
• Deliver on margin targets and manage pricing architecture in line with the brand.
• Monitor trends and competitor activity to inform innovative, commercially successful ranges.
• Collaborate with Design, Production and Merch Planning to deliver cohesive ranges on time for key moments across Australia, USA & UK/Europe.
• Mentor Buyers/BAAs to foster a high-performance Product Development team.

Skills

Buying experience

Product development

Leadership

Supplier management

Range planning

Negotiation

Analytics

Job description

ABOUT MESHKI

MESHKI is a globally recognised fashion brand, celebrated for its dedication to empowerment, inclusivity, and sustainability. With the vision to be the global leader in accessible luxury and championing the empowerment of people worldwide through an unmatched shopping experience, MESHKI prides itself on being a brand that inspires and engages, fostering a culture of social change and community impact.

BENEFITS

• Employee Perks: A generous employee discount and monthly clothing allowance, bi-weekly breakfasts, access to MESHKI thrive days, monthly culture incentives, MESHKI wellness program and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.


• Personal and Professional Development: We invest in your growth with access to training programs, workshops and global conferences, free access to Headspace and Masterclass.


• Career Advancement: Clear pathways for career advancement within MESHKI, supporting your professional journey every step of the way.

COMPANY CULTURE

We cherish a culture at MESHKI where every individual feels respected, valued and is empowered with the tools, resources and support to contribute to the collective goal we all share, whilst advancing their career goals and ambitions. At MESHKI your future is defined by your ambition, your dedication and integrity; if you work hard, and contribute to the empowering culture that surrounds you through collaboration, communication, a humble attitude to learning and integrity and gratitude and professionalism, you’ll achieve any goal you set your mind to.

This is a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end product lifecycle, from concept through to bulk approval and supplier handover. You’ll lead the development of category strategies and bring full collection visions to life, ensuring cohesion across design, buying, and commercial goals. Acting as a key leader within the Product Development team, you’ll inspire and guide Buyers and BAAs while working cross-functionally with Design, Production, and Merch Planning to deliver ranges that launch on time, in full, and to brand standard. This is a highly visible role suited to someone with strong leadership skills, sharp commercial acumen, and the ability to translate creative ideas into commercially successful collections in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Manage ranges from initial concept through to bulk approval, ensuring products align with brand vision and commercial strategy


• Oversee all product timelines, ensuring deadlines are met from proto to production handover


• Take ownership of all product categories, ensuring the right balance of styles, fabrics, and price points to meet customer demand


• Deliver on margin targets, overseeing all negotiating of costs and managing product pricing architecture in line with OTB


• Monitor competitors and global fashion trends, applying insights to create innovative and commercially successful ranges. A strong eye is key


• Partner with Design, Production, and Merch Planning to deliver cohesive ranges that launch on time and in full considering all customer key moments across Australia, USA & Uk/Europe


• Work closely with suppliers on developments, approvals, and negotiations, building strong relationships to support growth. In addition to this further supplier sourcing and strategising is a key element of this role


• Ensure all styles are production-ready, driving fit sessions, sample reviews, and sign-offs to brand standard


• Analyse product sell-through and customer feedback, making data-led decisions to inform future ranges


• Mentor and support Buyers/BAAs, fostering a high-performance culture within the Product Development team.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BRING

• Proven experience in a buying or product development role within fashion retail, managing full collections end-to-end


• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to balance trend direction, margin targets, and customer insights


• Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring and developing junior team members


• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills, with a track record of driving cost efficiencies and margin improvements


• Strong understanding of range planning, OTB alignment, and category ownership


• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple categories and deadlines in a fast-paced environment


• Strong analytical skills with experience in reviewing trade performance to inform future range decisions


• A strong MESHKI eye for product

Please be advised that we are not engaging recruitment agencies for this hire and will not consider any unsolicited resumes.