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Assistant Category Buyer - Own Brand @ leading fashion marketplace


Company : Hatch https://static.whatjobs.com/static/ajCore/im


Location : sydney, Australia


Created : 2026-04-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Assistant Category Buyer - Own Brand @ leading fashion marketplaceJoin to apply for the Assistant Category Buyer - Own Brand @ leading fashion marketplace role at HatchAssistant Category Buyer - Own Brand @ leading fashion marketplace1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Assistant Category Buyer - Own Brand @ leading fashion marketplace role at HatchThis is an Assistant Category Buyer - Own Brand role with a leading fashion marketplace based in Sydney, New South Wales, AustraliaThis role is accepting applications on Hatch. Follow the "Apply" link to create a Hatch profile and "Send a Match Request" for this job.Role Seniority - Junior - A role for someone with some basic skills, good motivation and ability to learn. Typically 1-2 years of experience is required.More about the Assistant Category Buyer - Own Brand role:Our client is currently looking for an Assistant Category Buyer to join our Own Brand team.About the role:You understand and drive company wide strategies and OKRs.You will assist in the procurement of your category.Working with your Category Buyer and Senior Category Buyer you will monitor the inventory levels to maintain adequate stock levels.You evaluate vendor performance and assist in the selection and deactivation and/or exit process.You are able to negotiate favorable terms and conditions for contractsIdentifying vendor supply chain challenges through regular quality assurance reviews.Collaborating across departments to ensure timely deliveries.You will resolve any issues or discrepancies with orders, invoices or deliveries.Supports Category buyer with product and design development in line with brand strategy, end use and target customer persona.Manages the critical path from product conception to delivery to FCSupports Category Buyer with cost price negotiations and margin managementSample tracking and management incl. Pre-shoot sample & styling notes handoverSupports Category Buyer with selection, development, and sourcing of fabrications, colours, trims etcAttends fitting sessions to support Buyer & GTAssisting Buyer with Monday morning trade analysis/commentary where requestedConfirms and secures late fee payment process with vendorsReviews best and worst product reports and provides key findings to Category BuyerRun performance reports for internal meetingsAssists Category Buyer with SWOT analysisBuild strong and professionally reciprocal relationships with suppliersRanging product for certain categories to present back to Buyer (for development)Manage & populate weekly marketing sku listsAssists in completing the marketing monthly priorities alongside BuyerMonitor product going live, suggests reshoots and changes where requiredConduct comp shops/store visits and share key products/trends /execution with teamMaintain e-comm styling brand briefing and customer profile brand docPopulate re-shoot doc based on informed metricsManaging the vendor admin to ensure accuracy.Using clear customer focus you identify opportunities for improvements for the customer onsite experience.You are able to analyse data, interpret trends and propose informed decisions based on data.What it takesMinimum of 2 years of experience in Product development/ Assistant BuyerExcellent communication and negotiation skills.Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.Ability to time management work in a fast-paced environment and prioritise tasks effectively.Proficient in Jira, Excel, BI, BC and knowledge of API integrations and platform software preferred.Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.???? Please consider applying even if you don''t meet 100% of whats outlined ????Key ResponsibilitiesKey StrengthsWhy our client is partnering with Hatch on this role: Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career thats right for them. 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