Rip Curl: Buyer - Ozmosis
On-siteTorquay, Victoria, Australia
Job Summary
Develop and execute category buying strategies aligned with business objectives to build commercially balanced assortments across eCommerce, flagship, and outlet channels. Partner with Product Management teams to influence future range development using customer insights and trading results. Analyze sales performance, market trends, and competitor activity to drive buying decisions, while managing assortment architecture, pricing strategies, and category performance. Conduct weekly trade analysis to identify opportunities for improved sales and profitability, leading post-season reviews to optimize future assortments. Collaborate with Planning, Allocation, Retail, and VM teams to deliver strong trading outcomes.
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience in a fashion retail Buying role
- Strong commercial acumen and understanding of retail financial drivers
- Experience managing assortments, product selection and category performance
- Proven ability to build balanced assortments across multiple product categories
- Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret sales and inventory data
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with retail systems
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and organisational skills
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with Product Management or Product Development teams
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