Senior Buyer - Accessories

Description:

Princess Polly is the global fashion brand at the forefront of trend-driven, lower impact and accessible apparel. Established as an online force in the Australian retail scene in 2010, Princess Polly quickly became the clothing brand found in every influencer haul, viral TikTok, Instagram OOTD and celeb street looks. Now, one of the fastest-growing online women's fashion brands in the USA, Princess Polly has been delivering the best online shopping experience to customers worldwide for over 10 years.
As a part of A.K.A Brands; we are a global player with offices located in Los Angeles and Australia’s Gold Coast. With big plans ahead, we're always on the hunt for new talent to join our global team.
We are growing our team based at our Burleigh Heads office and are looking for talented individuals to join the Princess Polly team. Think you can help us in our journey of becoming the best online shopping destination like...ever? If you're a motivated team player that's obsessed with all-things fashion and pop culture, we'd love to hear from you.
Princess Polly is on the hunt for a Senior Buyer - Accessories to lead the charge in making our brand the ultimate one-stop shop for trend-driven customers. We’re looking for a dynamic, industry-leading professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. If you’re passionate about trend-driven buying and ready to take our product offering to new heights, this is the role for you.
As the Senior Buyer - Accessories at Princess Polly, you will be at the forefront of driving innovation and growth, curating best-in-market, on-trend, and customer-centric collections. This pivotal role is key to expanding our accessories reach and delivering exceptional assortments that captivate our customers. You’ll also mentor junior team members, lead strategic category planning, and deliver exceptional financial results aligned with company targets.
Key Responsibilities:
Stay ahead of trends by monitoring social media, influencers, competitors, and runways to curate styles aligned with the Princess Polly customerDevelop balanced product ranges across categories, ensuring they align with trend direction, customer demand, and seasonal needsIncorporate lower-impact materials, achieving a minimum of 40% sustainable styles in weekly sign-offsBuild and nurture strong relationships with suppliers, source new materials, and maintain a robust vendor networkMeet category sales and margin targets, monitor replenishment success, and drive profitability for new stylesLead, mentor, and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environmentWork closely with planning, replenishment, and supply chain teams to optimize processes and maximize category performance
Skills and Experience:
5+ years of buying experience, specifically within the accessories categoryProven leadership experience in fashion-forward retailA strong connection to the Princess Polly brand and a deep understanding of our customerA creative eye and passion for identifying and curating on-trend, commercial stylesProven ability to use data to inform decisions and achieve financial targetsExceptional communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skillsAn independent worker who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Join our collaborative and highly passionate team at Princess Polly and take your buying career to the next level.
We recognise that asking you to give 100% of yourself on a daily basis requires us to offer an amazing opportunity.
Competitive salary package.
Flexible working arrangements.
Access to a best in class parental leave and family planning program.
Exceptional employee discount program.
A stunning newly renovated office in beautiful Burleigh Heads;
Work as part of a team of dedicated individuals focused on doing their best each day.
Staff social activities.
Monthly birthday celebrations.
Aside from the amazing tangible benefits and perks, Princess Polly offers you the chance to make a daily impact on a global business.
Princess Polly is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) We're committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Come join us, different makes us better.
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