Job Description
Since 1998 here at Platypus Shoes we have made it our business to deck out every single person who walks through our doors with the freshest footwear from all the biggest brands. But we reckon life goes beyond shoes. We believe it’s what you do in them that truly counts. So stay out late. Wake up early. Walk there, run back. Stand tall and be a champion in a crowd of Naysayers. We’re for the ones that dance harder, sing louder and don’t care what anyone else thinks. This is your story. Play Life Loud.
Platypus Shoes is a part of the Accent Group which is Australia and New Zealand's largest footwear group with over 900+ stores, 34 brands and 30+ online platforms including;Glue Store, Platypus, Skechers, Hype DC, Vans, Dr. Martens, Subtype, The Athletes Foot, CAT, Merrell, Timberland, Stylerunner, Hoka, UGG, Saucony, Sports Direct & Nude Lucy!
About the Role
We are looking for a highly organised and analytical Buyer’s Assistant to support our Platypus Buying team. This role plays an important part in driving sales performance, managing inventory, and maintaining strong relationships with brand partners. If you have a passion for retail and enjoy working in a fast paced environment, this could be a great opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting and Analysis
• Prepare weekly trade and sales reports, including store performance and trade dashboards
• Conduct post season sales analysis on a monthly, quarterly, and half yearly basis
• Manage inventory reporting with a focus on deliveries and intake
• Provide ad hoc reporting as required
Buying Support
• Assist the Buyer in developing and executing merchandise strategies across brands and categories
• Analyse weekly performance to identify best sellers, slow movers, risks, and opportunities
• Maintain awareness of current and emerging sports and fashion trends, as well as the local market
• Manage the order process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and up to date records
• Maintain accurate buy plans within your portfolio
Brand and Supplier Relationships
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brand partners and suppliers
• Represent company values in all external interactions
• Communicate effectively with suppliers to achieve proactive outcomes
Inventory Management
• Support contract management processes
• Manage purchase order entry and maintenance
• Ensure product hierarchy accuracy and data integrity
• Follow correct EDI protocols
• Coordinate delivery processes and communicate updates to stakeholders
• Maintain accurate inventory and merchandise plans
Retail Support
• Communicate key product and business updates to stores
• Provide product and new brand knowledge to retail teams
• Prepare and review monthly store documentation
• Conduct regular store visits to gather insights and feedback
About You
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• Passion for retail with an interest in sports and fashion trends
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
Why Join Us
• Be part of a dynamic and growing retail business
• Work with leading global brands
• Opportunity to develop your career in buying and merchandising
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
At Accent Group Limited we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, physical and mental ability. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. The Accent Group acknowledges, and pays respect, to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the land. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Maori people.
