Senior Buyer

dusk; Iluwurru; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Interstate/international sourcing

Job summary

dusk, an Australian and New Zealand specialty retailer, is seeking a Senior Buyer to join the Product & Sourcing team in Alexandria. You’ll lead end-to-end buying and product development, partnering with Head of Product and cross-functional teams to deliver commercially successful ranges aligned with our creative vision and customer trends.

You’ll develop category strategies, manage supplier relationships, oversee critical paths, and mentor the Buying Coordinator, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a Senior Buying, Category Management, or Product Development role within retail, preferably homewares or lifestyle products.
• Demonstrated success developing commercially successful product ranges and achieving sales and margin targets.
• Strong product development, sourcing, and supplier negotiation experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category buying strategies that deliver sales, margin, and inventory targets.
• Lead the end-to-end product development process, from concept and sourcing through to product launch.
• Source, negotiate, and build strong relationships with local and international suppliers to deliver quality products at target margins.
• Manage critical path timelines to ensure products are delivered on time and meet quality, compliance, and brand standards.
• Analyse sales performance, customer insights, and market trends to identify opportunities and optimise product ranges.
• Work closely with Planning, Creative, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Compliance teams to deliver successful seasonal ranges.

Skills

Category management

Product development

Supplier negotiation

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Excel / MS Office

Merchandise systems

Job description

Posted Tuesday 28 July 2026 at 2:00 pm

Made for Moments? So are we.

At dusk, we’re here for all of life’s moments. The big, bold, heart-thumping ones. The quiet, cosy, just-passing-through ones. The ones you planned for months.

And the ones that just… happened.

We’re an Australian and New Zealand specialty retailer, known for creating premium home fragrance products designed in-house and exclusive to us. With around 150 stores and a growing online presence, we’ve built a leading omni-channel business grounded in quality, accessibility, and experience.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for people who think differently, move with intention, and care about the impact they make. People who collaborate, take ownership, and aren’t afraid to challenge how things are done.

We’re seeking a Senior Buyer to join our Product & Sourcing team based in Alexandria.

As a Senior Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in bringing our product ranges to life. Working closely with the Head of Product and cross-functional teams, you'll lead the end-to-end buying and product development process, delivering commercially successful ranges that align with dusk's creative vision, customer trends, and business objectives.

What You'll Do

Develop and execute category buying strategies that deliver sales, margin, and inventory targets

Lead the end-to-end product development process, from concept and sourcing through to product launch

Source, negotiate, and build strong relationships with local and international suppliers to deliver quality products at target margins

Manage critical path timelines to ensure products are delivered on time and meet quality, compliance, and brand standards

Analyse sales performance, customer insights, and market trends to identify opportunities and optimise product ranges

Work closely with Planning, Creative, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Compliance teams to deliver successful seasonal ranges

Monitor competitor activity, emerging trends, and product innovation to keep dusk at the forefront of the market

Support seasonal range reviews, forecasting, pricing, and promotional planning

Mentor and support the Buying Coordinator, fostering collaboration and continuous development

Represent dusk at local and international trade fairs, supplier visits, and sourcing trips as required

About You

Significant experience in a Senior Buying, Category Management, or Product Development role within retail, preferably homewares or lifestyle products

Demonstrated success developing commercially successful product ranges and achieving sales and margin targets

Strong product development, sourcing, and supplier negotiation experience

Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to analyse data and make informed buying decisions

Experience managing critical paths and delivering products to tight deadlines

Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple business functions

Strong leadership skills with experience coaching or mentoring junior team members

Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience using retail buying or merchandise systems

A passion for product, design, customer trends, and delivering exceptional retail experiences

What You'll Love

Opportunity to shape exciting product ranges for one of Australia's leading specialty retailers

Collaborative and creative team environment where your ideas are valued

Competitive salary and benefits package

Professional development opportunities and interstate/international sourcing exposure

Supportive leadership and a commitment to work-life balance