Overview
Senior Buyer Jobs in Greater Melbourne Area at SHEIN
Title: Senior Buyer
Company: SHEIN
Location: Greater Melbourne Area
Location:Melbourne
Job Responsibilities:
Accountability for allocated category – Ensuring that you oversee the entire process from product development to delivery.
Work with merchandising to lead department strategy in line with seasonal SWOT analysis & lessons learned. This helps in aligning the department’s goals with the overall business objectives.
Creating plans for options and spends at the category level in line with department forecasts ensures that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively.
Directing product development to ensure it aligns with trends and is on brand is vital.
Understand the target audience thoroughly and consistently curate products that align with our customer base.
Set and achieve monthly goals for the creation of new styles, demonstrating a proactive approach to product development.
Make informed decisions regarding product or fabric adjustments to ensure styles meet quality standards and resonate with our customer base.
Conduct comprehensive research to stay abreast of the latest trends and developments in fabrics, incorporating this knowledge into purchasing decisions.
Review and approve samples produced by the production team, maintaining a high standard of quality and consistency.
Provide leadership and guidance to the buying team, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Facilitate weekly sales meetings with the team to discuss performance, share insights, and strategize for future success.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, or related field preferred.
Must have at least 5-10 years of fast fashion vendor buying experience.
Proven experience in apparel buying, with a focus on understanding customer preferences and market trends.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with vendors.
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and make informed buying decisions.
About SHEIN
SHEIN is a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, offering SHEIN branded apparel and products from a global network of vendors, all at affordable prices. Headquartered in Singapore, with more than 16,000 employees operating from offices around the world, SHEIN is committed to making the beauty of fashion accessible to all, promoting its industry-leading, on-demand production methodology, for a smarter, future-ready industry.
To learn more about SHEIN follow us at sheingroup.com
