Buyer - Homewares

Kmart

  • Mulgrave, VIC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 30 days ago
Brighter Futures Start HereWe are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe.With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you'll feel the impact of the work you'll do every day. As a leader in the retail market, we're optimistic about our future and yours. We're changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you'll be proud of.Join the teamAs a Buyer in our Homewares division, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our product strategy, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional commercial outcomes. You'll lead the development of trend-inspired ranges that resonate with our customers, while leveraging data, insights, and supplier partnerships to unlock growth opportunities and maximise profitability.What you'll be doingAre you a commercially astute Buyer with a passion for product development and a proven ability to deliver double-digit category growth? This is your opportunity to join one of Australia's largest and most loved retailers in a pivotal role within our high-performing Homewares team.Key Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Range Development: Build commercially viable, trend-led assortments that balance price, volume, quality, and innovation to drive sustained category growth.
  • Growth Leadership: Identify and execute growth strategies that deliver double-digit increases in sales and profit, supported by robust financial planning and forecasting.
  • Trend & Customer Insight: Translate global trends and customer insights into compelling product ranges with a consistent brand identity.
  • End-to-End Ownership: Manage the full product lifecycle, from concept through to in-store delivery, ensuring alignment with critical path timelines and business objectives.
  • Supplier & Stakeholder Management: Cultivate strong supplier relationships and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver best-in-class products and commercial outcomes.
This is a high-profile department which produces some great product to truly make everyday living brighter for our customers. This is such a great opportunity to make your mark and take this category to the next level!To be successful in this role you'll have:We're looking for a driven, efficient and enthusiastic individual who will bring a curious mind-set and a passion for all things Buying! You love delivering product, customers are always front of mind and building and managing relationships with a variety of key stakeholders is one of your strengths. You are a driven, talented and creative buyer looking to be part of the amazing Homewares team and joining one of Australia's most loved retailer then this is the role for you.
As the Buyer in Homewares, you will manage key relationships with suppliers to ensure growth for products within your own specified category and to deliver best practice.
  • Proven success in driving significant category growth and delivering increased profit in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Strong product development experience with a sharp eye for trends and customer preferences.
  • Commercial acumen with a strategic mindset and data-driven approach to decision-making.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
  • Experience in General Merchandise is essential and Homewares experience highly desirable.
  • Extensive Buying experience combined with trend awareness.
  • Commercial focus working in a dynamic fast paced team.
  • Highly driven and motivated.
  • Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proven success driving category growth and delivering increased profit.
  • Success oriented - you thrive in a team environment and enjoy being able to contribute to a business where you can drive further growth.
Benefits we'll offer you:
  • Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
  • A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings
  • Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health - with over 60 suppliers!
  • We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why eligible team members get the opportunity to participate in a bonus program
  • We offer inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances
  • A dynamic learning and support program
  • Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor
  • A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes
  • Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group
We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing kmartgroupcareers@kmart.com.auIf you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you - apply now!#LI-Hybrid

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