We're a family-run business with a close-knit team, and we're looking for a Buying & Planning Coordinator who wants to get genuinely good at buying.
This is a hands-on role with real ownership from day one. You'll work directly with the Buyer / Procurement Manager, touching every part of the import and product lifecycle, supplier sourcing, purchase orders, shipments, quality, and range performance. Because we're a smaller team, there's no hiding behind process: you'll be trusted with real responsibility early, and your work will have a visible impact on what ends up on shelf.
If you're detail-oriented, commercially sharp, and want to build deep expertise in product buying and import this is a strong environment to do that.
What You'll Own
- Purchase orders end-to-end — raising, tracking, and chasing POs with suppliers; monitoring ETAs and flagging delays early
- Supplier sourcing — source alternative suppliers for existing SKUs, comparing quotes to secure a better price than the current supplier
- Shipment & Import — collating ready-to-ship data from suppliers and acting as the operational bridge between suppliers and the customs agent; ensuring documentation is accurate and clearance runs smoothly
- Quality control — supporting pre-shipment and goods-in checks against spec sheets, logging defects, and maintaining supplier scorecards
- Range performance — analysing sales, stock turn, and margin data to surface slow-movers, gaps, and reorder opportunities
- Competitor and market tracking — benchmarking competitor pricing and researching trends to inform buying decisions
You'll Also Get Exposure To
- Supplier negotiations (with Manager guidance)
- New product development and trade fair preparation
- FX monitoring and pricing risk management
- Marketing application on product and packaging
What We're Looking For
- Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, macros/Power Query a plus)
- Strong working knowledge of AI tools and genuine interest in keeping current with new tools
- Naturally price/cost-driven mindset — comfortable questioning margins and chasing better deals
- Understanding of, or experience in, the FMCG or discount/variety retail industry
- Excellent attention to detail
- Team player with strong communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Available to start immediately
Prior experience in wholesale/import, retail buying, or supply chain highly regarded but not essential.
About Us
Jemark Imports is a family-owned and operated importer-wholesaler offering an extensive range of on-trend homewares, household products, stationery, and arts and crafts to retailers across Australia and New Zealand.
With 40+ years in the industry, we've built a reputation for bringing our customers great products at competitive prices, backed by high-quality personal service.
