Description:
From humble beginnings in downtown Bendigo to supporting Australian communities far and wide- Myer has always been a special place, transcending beyond just a place to work.
Myer is a place for finding life-long friendships, a safe space with a big heart. Here, you’re encouraged to be yourself, share your ideas and are entrusted to deliver your very best. Some might even say it feels like being “right at home”.
In alignment with the Myer Merchandise strategy and Customer First plan, as a Category Buyer for Seasonal and Food you willdevelop, buy and execute a category plan that delivers a compelling and profitable merchandise range that puts the customer first.
- Work within an exciting portfolio, including Books, Cards and Food (Everyday range and Seasonal Food like Christmas and Easter).
- Fantastic opportunity to further develop your Buying career
- Work partly remotely and partly from our Support Office based in Docklands
About the Opportunity
- Take ownership and drive the execution of the Myer Merchandise strategy for Seasonal and Food
- Full accountability for trading the category and implementing appropriate tactical activities in relation to sales, profit, stock to drive business outcomes
- Manage complete range selection for national brands including, financial growth strategy, product selection, go to market strategy and in season trade of the brand
- Maintaining solid competitor and trend analysis to remain relevant and build a range to suit the market and Myer customer segmentation
- Apply advanced negotiation skills to achieve optimal trading terms that deliver commercial targets
- Work collaboratively with the planning team to determine assortment plans, conduct PSA, build product strategy, and determine best sourcing methods for the product
- Be responsible for marketing plans and our communications strategy
- Lead team to high performance through regular and effective coaching, feedback, mentoring and training and development opportunities
About you
- Seasoned experience within Buying, ideally within Food and/or Seasonal
- A strong understanding of the customer, and the product category to build compelling ranges
- Advanced trend analysis and ability to implement according to strategy
- A dynamic, strategic individual with the ability to proactively spot new opportunities for the business within this category
- A commercial and tasteful eye for product
- Strong business acumen, financial and analytical skills
- Superior supplier relationship management skills
- Experienced in trade marketing and strong negotiation skills
- A leader who inspires others and can lead by example
Benefit to you:
- Generous Team Member discounts on all Myer products
- Work flexibly from home and our Support Office based in Docklands
- A supportive leadership team
- Volunteer, parental and lifestyle leave available
- Service Recognitionand Inspirational People Awards
- Ongoing training and development for your career progression
- The opportunity to be a part of and contribute to the Myer growth strategy
Here, you’re not only an employee. You’re a valued Team Member with real dreams that we want to help you chase, no matter how big or small. At Myer, we’re all about making your work life meaningful. We want you to experience life’s special moments fully, which is why we take pride in offering balance and flexible options to get you to where you want to be.