At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and execute buying strategies for premium fashion and footwear.
- Company: Join SUBTYPE, a leading destination for sneaker and street culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Collaborate with creative communities and enjoy exclusive product launches.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting team that shapes trends in fashion and retail.
- Qualifications: Experience in buying within apparel or footwear and strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
The Role
- We're looking for an experienced
- Buyer to join the
- SUBTYPE
Buying team!
Reporting to the Head of Merchandise, you'll be responsible for developing and executing commercial buying strategies across your portfolio, ensuring the right product reaches the right customer at the right time.
Working closely with Planning, Marketing, Retail and Brand Partners, you'll analyse trends, build commercially successful assortments, manage key supplier relationships and deliver exciting product launches that drive both sales and brand relevance.
What You'll Do
- Partner with the Planner to develop seasonal buying strategies and annual financial plans.
- Build commercially successful assortments aligned to customer demand, market trends and business objectives.
- Analyse sales performance, product trends, customer insights and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth.
- Review brand performance, highlighting risks, opportunities and key commercial actions.
- Work closely with Planning to manage inventory, forecasting and Open to Buy (OTB).
- Manage assortment depth, size curves and product grading to maximise sales performance.
- Conduct ongoing trend research and monitor the health and relevance of assigned brands.
- Build seasonal product presentations, training materials and visual merchandising direction for Retail teams.
- Partner with Marketing and Brand Partners to deliver successful product launches and campaigns.
- Collaborate with National, State, Area and Store Managers to gather customer feedback and market insights.
- Present seasonal strategies, trends, product knowledge and brand direction to Senior Leadership and Retail teams.
- Ensure all buying activities comply with company policies, legal requirements and ethical standards.
- What You'll Bring
- Previous experience as a Buyer within apparel, footwear or fashion retail.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to drive sales, profit and inventory performance.
- Experience building and managing supplier and brand relationships.
- Advanced Excel skills with confidence analysing data and reporting.
- Excellent planning, organisation and time management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.
- A passion for premium fashion, footwear and street culture.
- A proactive attitude with a strong alignment to Accent Group's
Make It Happen culture.
About SUBTYPE
SUBTYPE was born in Sydney in 2014 as a destination for premium sneakers that blurred the lines between fashion and street culture.
Since opening its Melbourne flagship in 2019, SUBTYPE has evolved into a leading premium retail concept, curating an exclusive mix of global footwear and apparel brands including Nike, Jordan, New Balance, Common Projects, Fear of God, ADER Error, White Mountaineering and our own SUBTYPE CURATED label.
More than just a retailer, SUBTYPE is a hub for exclusive launches, emerging designers and creative communities, delivering a premium experience for customers who live and breathe sneaker and street culture.
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Buyer in Sydney employer: Accent Group
At SUBTYPE, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, where creativity and passion for premium fashion and street culture thrive. Our team enjoys numerous benefits, including opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with industry leaders, and the chance to be part of exciting product launches that resonate with our community. Located in the heart of Melbourne, we offer a dynamic environment that encourages innovation and celebrates the unique contributions of each employee.
