Junior Buyer

As a Junior Buyer, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day operations, growth and strategy of the Health and Beauty category. Your role will be responsible for buying a range that meets the needs of our customers and is leading within the Travel Retail market.

What you’ll be doing:

• Developing existing supplier relationships resulting in sustainable and profitable growth
• Grow and develop new areas of business identified as strategic growth opportunities.
• Meet KPI’s relating to Sales and Profit, inclusive of margin and supplier income.
• Identify market trends by researching current trends and competitor activity.
• Analysis of historical statistical data: reviewing sales, profit, stock-turn, markdowns, subclass and supplier performance.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with stores through regular visits and contact.
• Maintain and develop strong internal stakeholder relationships

What we are looking for:

• A results driven mindset with a focus on meeting targets.
• The ability, energy and passion to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Proven experience as a Buyer’s Assistant/Admin
• Previous retail buying experience within a fast-paced environment highly regarded.
• An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and market information.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.

How we reward our teams:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Hybrid working (3 days in our Woolloomooloo office)
• Flexible Working
• 4pm Friday Finish
• Enjoy a paid day off to celebrate your birthday!
• Strong commitment to development and internal progression
• A culture and workplace that values wellbeing, inclusion and personal growth
• Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance
• Access to 24/7 wellbeing support through our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 

About us:

WHSmith is an iconic British retailer with proud Australian operations, at the heart of travel, offering books, news, and essentials, designed for life on the move. Our diverse retail brands include WHSmith Retail, InMotion, Kids Stop and The Book Cellar, each dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Our stores are located in some of Australia’s busiest airports & Hospitals, providing a dynamic and fast paced work environment that is perfect for a driven individual who thrives on a challenge and is ready to kick start their career.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

WHSmith is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment. We recognise the importance of equity in all that we do, as well as promoting a culture of inclusion through our policies, procedures and working practices. If you have any support requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application, so we can assist you appropriately during the recruitment process.

Value our People, Drive for Results, Customer Focus & Accountability.