Retail Buyer

Sociable Tech Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position

Career development

On-the-job training

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Best Price Supermarket in Sydney is seeking a Retail Buyer to monitor sales and stock levels, analyse market trends, negotiate supplier arrangements, and develop pricing, promotions, and purchasing strategies to meet seasonal and business requirements. You will review sales data, plan purchasing activities, and coordinate with store management to ensure product availability and alignment with budgets.

A strong focus on supplier performance, product quality and regulatory compliance will be

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing and supplier management in retail.
• Ability to analyse sales data, market trends and stock performance.
• Strong negotiation with suppliers on pricing, quantities and delivery terms.

Responsibilities

• Review sales and stock levels to determine purchasing needs.
• Negotiate prices, quantities, delivery terms and promotions with suppliers.
• Develop pricing, promotions and product display strategies to drive sales.
• Plan purchasing activities based on seasonal demand and budget.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues with management.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Retail purchasing

Education

AQF Certificate III or IV

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Super Savings Mart PTY LTD Trading as Best Price Supermarket The Retail Buyer will monitor sales and stock levels, analyse market and consumer trends, negotiate supplier arrangements, and develop pricing, promotional and purchasing strategies to meet seasonal and business requirements.

Benefits Full-time employment with a stable and established supermarket business Competitive salary based on skills and experience Opportunity to work in a supportive and professional team environment Opportunity for career development and professional growth Diverse and engaging work environment with exposure to retail purchasing and supplier management Access to on-the-job training and development opportunities Task & Responsibilities Review sales and stock levels to determine purchasing needs and monitor changes in customer demand, supplier pricing and product availability. Negotiate product prices, quantities, delivery terms and promotional arrangements with grocery suppliers. Develop and implement pricing, promotional and product display strategies to increase grocery sales.

Work with store management to plan future product requirements, purchasing activities and promotional campaigns. Plan purchasing activities based on seasonal demand, available funds and expected sales. Identify customer preferences and decide the range, quantity and quality of grocery products to order.

Monitoring supplier performance, addressing service concerns and reporting any contractual issues or disputes to management. Assessing product quality and specifications to ensure purchased goods meet applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements. Experience, Skills & Qualifications

At least AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) At least 1 year of full-time experience as a Retail Buyer Organisational Skills: Ability to manage purchasing activities, product ranges, supplier information and stock levels. Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate prices, quantities, delivery arrangements and trading terms with suppliers. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse sales data, market trends, consumer demand and stock performance to support purchasing decisions.

Communication Skills: Strong communication skills to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, management and internal teams. Retail Knowledge: Understanding product selection, pricing, promotions, consumer trends and retail purchasing practices. Salary: $79000-85000 Job Publish: 08-10-2026 Job Expire: 07-11-2026