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ABOUT US Typo exists to make life less serious. Our community are an eclectic mix of creatives who find joy in the everyday. They are the driving force behind our brand, inspiring us to create products that are anything but ordinary. Stationery is the cornerstone of our brand, its at the core of who we are and its where we started. We believe that stationery is more than just pens and paper; it''s a form of art that allows individuals to express themselves and connect with others. We''ve evolved over time, broadening our range to create fun, unexpected and innovative gifts, and lifestyle products that are anything but ordinary. ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for an experienced and driven Stationery Buyer to lead our vision within our Typo team. You will be responsible for leading the development of Stationery products. You will collaborate with Creative Leadership and fellow Buyers, you will deliver cohesive product ranges that align with our Brand DNA and resonate with our customers. This role requires expertise in hardgoods production, ensuring designs translate effectively into high-quality, functional 3D products. You will approach product development with a problem-solving mindset, identifying customer needs and addressing them through innovative and thoughtful design solutions. You will bring a customer-first approach, ensuring products meet critical path milestones, comply with all quality and safety standards, and achieve set financial objectives. Your role involves constant trend and market research, identifying whitespace opportunities, and collaborating with suppliers to deliver ethical, sustainable, and forward-thinking products. If you are product and customer-obsessed, has a passion for leading and developing people, and thrives on designing and buying products that excite our customers, we want to meet with you! SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (e.g., Buying, Design, or Product Development) Demonstrated experience in building creative product strategies, sourcing, and category leadership Expertise in hardgoods production, including translating 2D designs into functional 3D products Ability to identify and solve customer problems through innovative design Proficiency with design tools like Illustrator and Excel Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills Leadership experience within a significant multi-brand global retailer Ability to drive commercial outcomes through trend analysis, market research, and whitespace identification Passion for customer-centric, ethical, and sustainable product development WELCOME TO THE ERA OF REINVENTION Typo is 15 years young, with a global presence and an ambition to become the number one destination for stationery, gifting, and travel. As we step into a bold new era of innovation, were evolving how we workembedding design thinking, embracing rapid experimentation, and putting the customer at the centre of every decision. OUR CULTURE At Typo, were not your average retail teamwere a bunch of bold thinkers, creative doers, and stationery addicts with a soft spot for the unexpected. Were proudly part of the Cotton On Group family, but weve always marched to the beat of our own doodle-covered drum. Never afraid to color outside the linesour culture celebrates individuality and thrives on creative energy. From graphic design to eComm, marketing to product developmentno two journeys look the same at Typo. We believe in building careers as unique as the people behind them, and were passionate about helping our team grow into the roles theyre made for. And beyond the good vibes? Were on a mission to make a real difference. Through the Typo Difference, our philanthropic arm, were helping empower young people globally with access to educationbecause creativity should never be held back by circumstance. WHY JOIN US We are committed to personal and professional development, which is supported by an ever growing and expanding structure. We believe our people deserve the best space to their best work and to support this we provide: 50% team member discount off all brands (excl. Ceres Life which is 30% off) A world class office with a state-of-the-art Wellness Centre featuring spa therapists, holistic health experts and free fitness classes (think reformer Pilates classes, personal training sessions, yoga studio, spin room and run club!) A brand-new childcare centre onsite incredible facilities, indoor and outdoor play areas, subsidised cost, and your kids are right next door! The Beckley, our in-house caf with chef prepared healthy meals, coffee and snacks. You can also grab a nutritious take home meal, taking the stress out of dinner time. Flexible working enabling you to find the right working rhythm to be at your best. Competitive salary packaging ensuring we are constantly benchmarking to industry. On-site concierge, let us help you get your life sorted with dry cleaning, car wash and more. An Employee Assistance Program for you and your family. Returning from maternity leave (or primary carer parental leave)? Work part-time and get paid full-time for 2 months, all part of supporting you during your transition back to work. Team mingle celebrations, speakers series, surprise and delight moments the magic happens when we get together. Do you have a dog? Bring them into the office. We love them! At Cotton On, we are focused on building a culture centred in belonging, and we are committed to creating workplaces where each individual can show up as their whole self, having an equal opportunity to succeed with us. We are proud of our diverse global workforce of 20,000 team members from countless nationalities, and we strongly welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply with us. We are focused on bringing more voices, experiences and backgrounds to our workforce as we drive diverse and inclusive outcomes for our team and our customers. If you have any individual needs in order to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at so we may support you in completing the job application process.