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Assistant Buyer (Flats & Sneakers) 9 M Contract | Head Office AUS
Cotton On Group
Victoria Melbourne, , Australia
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Rubi | Assistant Buyer (Flats & Sneakers) 9 M Contract | Head Office Aus
ABOUT US
Our story officially began back in 2008, when the team at Cotton On Group saw a chance to take their apparel know-how one step further, helping Cotton On Womenswear and Cotton On Body customers complete their look, head to toe. The team put their fashion-cred and footwear addiction to work, to create a complementary range of shoes and accessories and opened stores dedicated to just that.
At Rubi, we believe that real style has no price tag – join our team and help us deliver easy-to-wear products that are ultra-affordable, fit seamlessly with the looks she loves and can take her anywhere she wants.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Assistant Buyer, you will shadow and support your Category Buyer ensuring sales/trend opportunities are identified, production, margin and OTB exceptions are highlighted, and solutions offered. You will assist to populate a range of stylish and practical apparel that’s perfect for Rubi customers. In addition, you will be responsible for identifying sales opportunities, budgets, production, margins and general duties allocated by your Category Buyer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Rubi team on a 9 month contract.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
• Ideally you are an experienced Assistant Buyer with previous experience in footwear product development.
• You possess previous hands on product development experience, direct OS supplier negotiation skills and are adept at managing OTB with a Planner.
• Proficient capabilities in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Illustrator.
• Design or Product tertiary qualification.
• A high level of accuracy and a high attention to detail together with ability to multi task and prioritise
• You will have an exceptional eye to identify current market trends and translate them into original forward product that reaches our target market
OUR CULTURE
Rubi is part of the Cotton On Group, a global retailer with 7 brands, over 1,400 stores and more than 22,000 passionate people around the globe.
Since day one, we’ve been about the thrill of the ride. We always remember to have a laugh and enjoy the moment. We are a close knit bunch who encourage and support each other to achieve big things.
Central to this is our Cotton On Foundation, our philanthropic arm. As part of the Rubi team you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of thousands of people.
BENEFITS
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:
• Flexible working hours
• An amazing in house café with deliciously healthy meals
• Onsite osteopath, travel agent, beautician
• A fully functional gym armed with PT’s and the latest equipment
• Did we mention you can bring your dog to work? Check out our instagram #dogsofcottonon