Assistant Buyer

About Peppermayo and the Role

Peppermayo is a prominent Australian fashion label known for its dynamic style presence from beachside to urban settings. They are seeking a motivated and highly organized Assistant Buyer to join their team in Surry Hills, Sydney. This position is suited for someone early in their purchasing career who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is passionate about fashion trends and retail product management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Buyers in handling trading and operational tasks for the Australian, US, and European markets.
• Generate and oversee purchase orders efficiently and accurately.
• Manage reorder processes across product categories, including accessories.
• Support weekly trade summaries and report on back in stock inventory.
• Maintain detailed spreadsheets tracking cost prices, quantities, and delivery timelines.
• Review bulk purchasing schedules and coordinate date uploads.
• Schedule photoshoots and manage product samples needed for marketing and sales efforts.
• Monitor rejected stock and collaborate to resolve warehouse issues.
• Conduct market competitor analysis and trend research to assist the buying team.

Required Experience and Skills

• 1 to 2 years of experience in buying or merchandising roles.
• Exceptional organizational abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• High accuracy in managing purchase orders and supplier-related data.
• Capability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines across different regions simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Excel, including advanced features like Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Proactive mindset paired with eagerness for growth and development within the brand.
• Passion for fashion and alignment with Peppermayo’s brand aesthetics.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Join a globally expanding fashion company.
• Work within a creative and collaborative office space located in Surry Hills.
• Career progression opportunities within the business.
• Pet-friendly working environment.
• Generous employee discounts on products.
• Invitations to special events, activations, and brand engagements.
• Enjoy remote work flexibility on Wednesdays (Work From Home policy).