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Spotlight Group’s mission is to inspire creativity and provide our customers with the best products and services. Join our dynamic team and help us continue to lead the market in the art, craft, and hobby sector.

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Retail Buyer to join our Art, Craft & Hobby Department. This role is crucial in selecting and sourcing products that meet our customers' needs and preferences. You will be responsible for ensuring our product range is competitive, high-quality, and aligned with current trends.

What You Will Be Doing

• Develop and manage the sub-department plan in alignment with the departmental strategic plan.
• Source and develop products that meet company and departmental strategies.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to determine pricing strategies and evaluate product direction.
• Ensure all purchased goods comply with relevant legislation, legal requirements, and company standards.
• Achieve profitability targets, including sales growth and gross margin.
• Manage inventory and stock flow in collaboration with the planning team.
• Create and deliver marketing plans to drive business growth.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with vendors.
• Coach and develop Buyer Assistant
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and company procedures.

Success Profile

• Takes accountability for end-to-end processes and timelines.
• Makes prompt and clear decisions utilizing available information and analysis.
• Demonstrates resilience and works productively under pressure.
• Understands end consumers and builds a product range with customer needs in mind.
• Uses financial data and numerical analysis to guide decisions.
• Sets and develops strategies for the product lifecycle.
• Actively seeks and uses recommendations to improve purchasing decisions.
• Manages vendor relationships with a high level of communication to deliver mutually successful outcomes.
• Organizes own and others’ time effectively, managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Establishes and maintains productive working relationships within Spotlight.

About You:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a category manager or buyer.
• A degree in merchandise buying or business is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced, agile environment with shifting priorities.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
• A data-driven approach, with strong attention to detail and a knack for problem-solving.
• A passion for continuous improvement and delivering outstanding results.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage supplier relationships.
• A genuine passion for products.
• An interest or background in craft is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products.
• Exposure to key senior stakeholders and career progression opportunities.
• Centrally located office, close to South Melbourne Market.
• Benefits including team discounts, EAP, gym membership discounts, work flexibility, and more.

Our Culture: At Spotlight, we value creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our team is passionate about what we do, and we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Who We Are

Spotlight Group Holdings (SGH) is a privately held $3bn+ Australian parent company which controls, operates and invests in a diverse set of businesses and assets. 

SGH is one of Australia's largest privately-owned and operated family business, comprising of the Spotlight Retail Group, the Spotlight Property Group, Spotlight Group Investments, Spotlight Direct Investments and the Spotlight Charitable Foundation.

Comprising of the long term existing iconic brands in Spotlight, Anaconda and Mountain Designs, together with the exciting addition of Harris Scarfe, SRG is acknowledged as market leaders within the Australian retail space.

How to Apply: If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for art, craft, and hobby products, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and join the Spotlight team!