ZIMMERMANN has an exciting career opportunity for an experienced Retail Buyer to join our dynamic Buying team and oversee our Swim & Resort seasonal collections.Reporting to the Retail Buying Director, this is a full-time position based at our Head Office in Rosebery, NSW.About the Role:The objective of this role is to work strategically on building range plans and quantify buys of Seasonal Collections for our global retail and digital network. The strategy is built from sound analytics combined with innovative ideas to create growth plans in line with business goals.Areas of responsibility will include:Range building of seasonal collections in consultation with Design across all product categoriesOTB management for Swim & Resort collections across the international retail profileDriving the success of each collection through developing buying strategies in line with business objectives and financial targetsCollaboration with the Retail Planning team on OTB and stock management, store allocations, and replenishmentSales and stock optimisation across all retail locationsEstablish and maintain strong relationships across the international retail networkPartner with cross-functioning teams; including Wholesale, PR, Visual Merchandising, Production, Logistics, CRM & DigitalPresenting Swim & Resort collections to key stakeholders in the seasonal sign-off processProviding timely and key product knowledge to the wider businessExtensive pricing analysis and research to help structure internal pricing architectureInternational and Domestic store visits to build relationships and maintain regular communicationSeasonal collection analyses to understand performance and help structure forward buying strategiesPerform end-of-season collection analysis to assist forward-range buildingWhat you will bring to the role:Minimum of 4-5 years of Retail Buying, range building and product development experienceExperience within a large retail organisation, ideally luxury and international with a profile of 50+ storesStrong luxury market, product, and trend knowledgeExperience working directly with an in-house design teamAbility to confidently present to and direct design teams accordinglyStrong analytical skillsAbility to work efficiently and autonomouslyWhy work with us?Work with high-end fashion alongside a passionate teamBespoke development plans and access to strong mentors and industry leadersOngoing Training & Development opportunities to grow your career within ZimmermannGenerous Employee DiscountOpportunity to progress your career within an Australian global luxury brand, including international opportunitiesIf you are looking for the next challenge in your career, please share your application with our hiring team.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.Zimmermann is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications ensuring a strong corporate commitment to diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionPurchasing and Strategy/PlanningIndustriesRetail, Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry, and Retail Apparel and Fashion #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Retail Buyer