Entry Category Buyer - Own Brand at THE ICONIC

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Trade Analysis, Commercial Strategy, Category Management, SWOT Analysis, Range Building, Demand Forecasting, Inventory Optimization, Supplier Relationship Management, Cost Negotiation, Trend Analysis, Stakeholder Collaboration, People Management

Industry

Retail

Description

Since 2011, THE ICONIC has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand. As the #1 fashion e-commerce & lifestyle destination in the region, our e-commerce platforms provide an inspiring and seamless end-to-end customer experience through our own technology innovations. THE ICONIC Commercial team sits at the heart of fashion, product and customer insight —blending data, trends and commercial smarts to shape what our customers see, love and shop next. Our Category Buying team partners closely with Planning to curate exciting, customer-first ranges that drive sales, maximise profit and keep THE ICONIC ahead of the curve. From spotting what’s trending to building forward-thinking assortments, the team plays a key role in delivering a platform of choice for our customers. Working hand-in-hand with Finance, Operations and teams across GFG, Commercial helps bring our strategy to life — ensuring we make smart decisions, forecast accurately and deliver the future of fashion, every day. We are currently looking for an Entry Category Buyer for our Own Brand team. Do you have a strong eye for trends, a commercial mindset and a passion for driving category growth? We’re looking for a dynamic and motivated buyer to help elevate our Own Brand womenswear categories. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Buyer or Junior Buyer who is ready to take the next step in their career and make a meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities: Lead weekly trade analysis to identify sales opportunities, market trends and competitor insights, turning data into clear actions. Develop commercial strategies to optimise category performance, including NMV, profitability, stock cover and sales growth. Partner with cross-functional teams to align trade plans with seasonal priorities, long-term objectives and budgeted sales targets. Deliver quarterly SWOT analysis with actionable recommendations to support category growth. Build balanced and commercially relevant ranges across core product and newness, informed by customer insights and trend direction. Collaborate with Design and Planning teams to forecast demand, optimise inventory and support replenishment strategies. Manage supplier relationships, negotiate costs and terms, and drive performance, quality and sustainability outcomes. Partner with Marketing and Creative teams to align product assortment with brand messaging, campaigns and promotional activity. Maintain a strong understanding of the brand, customer persona and market landscape to inform decisions. Lead, coach and develop direct reports, fostering accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Life at THE ICONIC From our ways of working to our growth mindset and sustainable approach, we each add unique value and have an incredible amount of fun doing it! People are our greatest asset and our ICONITE experience is designed to empower you to do your best work. Here’s what to expect when you join THE ICONIC: Flexible working. We offer a hybrid and flexible working model so you can do your best work in a way that works for you The learning collective. Get your knowledge fix with our learning days, hackathons and access to Linkedin learning. Parents at THE ICONIC. Access to our parental leave program and an extra day off for your kids' first day of school every year Birthday leave. Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday and an ICONIC voucher to treat yourself Curate your style. No matter what your style is, we have got you covered with our Amazing staff discount and our famous sample sales Wellbeing. Access to our Fitness Passport and our wellbeing programs People first. Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family We are committed to making it easy for everyone to apply. If you require accessibility support or any adjustments during the recruitment process, please send an email to talent.attraction@theiconic.com.au By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of THE ICONIC's Candidate Privacy Policy.

Responsibilities

Lead weekly trade analysis and develop commercial strategies to optimize category performance, profitability, and growth for Own Brand womenswear. Collaborate with Design, Planning, and Marketing teams to curate commercially relevant ranges and manage supplier relationships.