Trend Brands Buyer — Fashion & Emerging Labels

Target Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Employee discounts across Target/Kmart

Bonus program eligibility

Onsite parking

Learning & development programs

Job summary

Target Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Buyer for Trend Brands to lead the selection and growth of specialty and branded apparel. You will curate a dynamic mix of labels, translate trends into compelling ranges, and work closely with planning and design teams to drive sales and profitability.

You will build strong partnerships with third-party brands, negotiate favorable terms, and shape an exciting, differentiated apparel assortment that attracts new customers while delivering incremental sales

Qualifications

• Proven specialty and/or branded fashion buying experience in apparel or multi-brand retail.
• Strong ability to identify emerging brands and translate insights into commercial ranges.
• Excellent supplier/brand negotiation and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Own the Trend Brands buy ship and execute seasonal buying strategies.
• Curate a portfolio of specialty brands that complement existing apparel ranges.
• Translate market trends into commercially successful product assortments.
• Lead negotiations on cost, MOQs, delivery terms and margins.
• Collaborate with Planning/Design/Marketing to bring branded proposition to life.

Skills

Specialty fashion buying

Brand partnerships

Trend analysis

Range development

Negotiation

Job description

Target Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Buyer for Trend Brands to lead the selection and growth of specialty and branded apparel. You will curate a dynamic mix of labels, translate trends into compelling ranges, and work closely with planning and design teams to drive sales and profitability.

You will build strong partnerships with third-party brands, negotiate favorable terms, and shape an exciting, differentiated apparel assortment that attracts new customers while delivering incremental sales