Who are We?

At Target, we’re getting back to what we’re famous for - real quality, that’s really affordable.
We’re making products that stand up to the test of everyday life, at prices that don’t cost the earth.
We’re making mums happy. Kids smile. Family life, that little bit easier.

We’re making sure every Australian can enjoy our products, whilst making a positive difference to our planet so families can trust and rely on us for generations to come.
That’s the Target Australians needs right now. And that’s the Target we’re here to be.

As an iconic Australian retailer with over 120 stores nationally and a rapidly growing online presence, we’re immensely proud of our history and need people to join us who are as excited by our future as we are.

What will you do?

We have a great opportunity for a Category Buyer - Electrical. The primary purpose of this role is building and trading the category to deliver the strategy, vision and financial KPI’s. Through developing strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders you will influence the direction of the category and work collaboratively with key stakeholders to build assortment plans to drive sales and profitability, in line with Target’s values.

Responsibilities will include:

Manage vendor suppliers to deliver products aligned with the Target POV, style and quality:

• Manage the end-to-end critical path to ensure vendors/suppliers meet the launch dates and on-time deliveries
  

• Source vendors/suppliers to establish the appropriate balance of fashion, quality and style to drive volume growth within agreed option plan
  

• Accountable to deliver the product range from its development through to store & online execution and marketing
  

• Work collaboratively with the vendors/suppliers on range building and product development
  

• Work collaboratively with the Vendors & Supplier to ensure quality, safety and compliance throughout the range
  

• Assessing and identifying appropriate supplier capabilities that support the category operating model
  

• Ensuring quality and execution consistency across all suppliers in line with Target standards
  

• Applies commercial acumen to understand business performance and identify required actions in collaboration with the planner
  

• Assessing and identifying appropriate supplier capabilities that support the category operating model

Customer Insights and market knowledge:

• Knowledge of the Target customer and position in market
  

• Source, analyse and understand customer insights and market data
  

• Develop business cases and contracts to support new partnership and contract negotiations
  

• Product ROS accountability/improvement which supports the category financial plan

Go to Market:

• Collaborate with the GTM on trade and category priorities
  

• Identify trading terms and income recovery solutions

Trade & Strategy:

• Work collaboratively with vendor planning team to develop effective merchandise plans
  

• Applies commercial acumen to understand business performance and identify required actions in collaboration with the vendor
  

• Leverage customer insights and data to optimise sales
  

• Actively reviews weekly sales analysis, quarterly hindsight’s to deliver financial KPI’s
  

• Drive sales for the category through strong vendor/supplier discussions, strategies and agreements, and day-to-day operations

Target Values:

• Proficiency across all Target Merchandise Systems relevant to the role
  

• Contribute to a high performing and engaged culture through leading, coaching and developing

What are we looking for?

This is the perfect role for a driven individual, who excels in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Someone who suggests creative ideas and innovative solutions by exploring multiple alternatives and approaches to overcome obstacles and find solutions.

Key Competencies and Experience required include:

• Recommended 4 years' plus buying/design/product development experience in a speciality retail environment
  

• Tertiary qualification in commerce, business or retail related is an advantage
  

• Detailed understanding of the product development and the manufacturing process
  

• Demonstrated ability to lead a supplier and sourcing strategy
  

• Experience in implementing merchandise strategy and trading business within season
  

• Solid understanding of the total retail landscape
  

• Capability across Merchandise Systems
  

• Detailed understanding of relevant compliance legislation and guidelines
  

• Strategic supplier relationship management: communication, collaboration, negotiation
  

• Deep understanding of the product categories
  

What will you get?

Target has some great benefits, including:

• Great career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group
  

• Team Member discounts across Target, Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and Catch Membership
  

• A free One Pass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible product
  

• Access to Employee Assistance Program
  

• Convenient location next to freeway and train station, with free onsite parking and a café!
  

• Novated leasing options
  

• Paid parental leave scheme
  

• Flexible hybrid work arrangements through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our Target Store Support Office
  

• Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself
  

• A dynamic learning and support program
  

• Opportunity in Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible) and to participate in a bonus program (where eligible)

Target values diversity and we pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of which we are a part. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.

As part of our recruitment process, we will be conducting Pre-Employment Checks with our successful candidates – this will include a police check. Talent Acquisition will provide further updates to candidates as they progress through our recruitment process.

Candidates interested in this position should apply directly to this advertisement as we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.

“We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant”.

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