Fashion Buyer

JIVARO Recruitment; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a talented Womenswear Buyer to join a globally recognized fashion brand in Australia. The role involves developing buying strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring alignment with brand standards. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in womenswear purchasing, excellent negotiation skills, and a strong commercial mindset. Join a dynamic team shaping the future of women’s fashion with opportunities for global travel and a competitive salary package up to $120,000 plus super.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for global travel

Staff discount

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer within womenswear.
• Strong understanding of fashion trends and consumer behaviour.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute seasonal buying strategies.
• Manage end-to-end buying processes including cost negotiations.
• Analyse sales data and market insights for product performance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Supplier management

Trend analysis

Job description

JIVARO are partnering an internationally recognised womenswear brand known for innovative design, exceptional quality, and a modern, customer-first approach. With stores and partners across key global markets, we are looking for a talented, trend-conscious Buyer to join our dynamic team.

The Role

As a Womenswear Buyer, you will play a key role in building a compelling product range that reflects our brand DNA and delights customers worldwide. You’ll combine a strong commercial mindset with trend awareness, working closely with design, merchandising, production, and suppliers to deliver profitable product assortments each season.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute seasonal buying strategies in line with brand objectives and market trends.
• Manage end-to-end buying processes: range planning, sample management, cost negotiations, and order placement.
• Analyse sales data, market insights, and competitor activity to optimise product performance.
• Build strong relationships with global suppliers and manufacturers to ensure quality, pricing, and timely delivery.
• Partner with design and product development teams to deliver innovative and commercially viable collections.
• Monitor stock levels, sales performance, and margin targets, recommending timely actions to maximise profitability.
• Travel to factories, trade shows, and global markets (as needed) for sourcing and trend research.
• Ensure the product range aligns with sustainability, quality, and brand standards.

About You

• Proven experience as a Buyer within womenswear (global or multi-market experience highly advantageous).
• Strong understanding of fashion trends, consumer behaviour, and the competitive landscape.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.
• Highly analytical with strong Excel and numerical ability.
• A collaborative team player with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to balance creativity with commercial acumen.
• Experience managing critical paths and working to tight seasonal deadlines.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a globally recognised brand shaping the future of women’s fashion.
• Creative and collaborative environment with passionate industry professionals.
• Opportunities for global travel and career development.
• Competitive salary package, benefits, and staff discount.
• Up to $120,000 + super