Cotton On Group

Buying Assistant - Cotton On Womenswear Global Support Centre

Cotton On Group  •  Geelong, AU (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Do you speak fashion? We're hiring, let’s chat!


ABOUT US


Born in Australia, loved around the world. 

At Cotton On, we know good style goes well beyond what's in your wardrobe. We’re here to inspire, spark joy and bolster self-expression and creativity. We want our community to feel seen, heard and celebrated, and as a brand, we want to use our voice to make a positive difference in people's lives.

We’re playfully rebellious and always optimistic. Join our world and let's do good things together.


ABOUT THE ROLE

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Cotton On Womenswear team as a Buying Assistant within the Sunnies & Softs category.

Supporting the Buyer and Assistant Buyer, you will play a key role in helping bring product ranges to life by ensuring strong organisation, accuracy and momentum across the product lifecycle. You will focus on maintaining product information, coordinating samples and key milestones, and supporting the team to deliver product on time, aligned to brand DNA and customer expectations.

You will be responsible for keeping product data accurate and up to date across systems, including pricing, attributes and descriptions, ensuring everything is ready for trade. You will assist in coordinating samples, approvals and product movement, maintaining clear visibility across all stages from development through to delivery.

With a strong eye for detail, you will support reporting and tracking activity, helping to provide the team with accurate information on sales, stock and product performance. You will also assist with preparing for meetings, product reviews and range sign-offs, contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the team.

Working closely with Design, Planning, Production and Marketing, you will help ensure product is aligned, on track and ready for launch across all customer touchpoints.

This is a great opportunity to build your career in Buying, develop your product knowledge and gain hands-on experience within a fast-paced retail environment.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • Relevant qualification in Buying, Fashion, Merchandising or similar (desirable)
  • Previous experience in a Buying Assistant, administrative or retail support role is advantageous
  • Strong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines accurately
  • Clear communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams
  • Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and support the wider team
  • Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
  • Analytical mindset, with the ability to support reporting and interpret data (desirable)
  • Exposure to retail, product or administrative environments preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working options & people-first leave initiatives
• Access to our world-class Support Centre, with an in-house restaurant & state-of-the-art wellness centre featuring free gym & holistic health services
• Subsidised onsite childcare centre
• 50% off our Brands | Cotton On, Cotton On Body, Cotton On Kids, Rubi Shoes, Typo, Factorie & Supre
• 24/7 Wellness support – mental health, relationships, family + more
• Local & Global career growth
• Discounts for you & your family – medical, travel, financial + more
• Performance & Peak incentives to reward + recognise our team
• Returnity - Paid program for new parents heading back to work
• Bring your dog to work
• Recognition, team connection moments & more!

Cotton On’s purpose is to make a positive difference in people’s lives. Born in Australia, Cotton On is a global fashion and lifestyle retailer with eight brands across 22 countries and 1,500 stores. Powered by 20,000 team members, who together with our customers, are making a positive impact through one life-changing Foundation. Taking their Aussie lifestyle to the world and delivering Good along the way, Cotton On brands offer youthful fashion and lifestyle products across women's, men’s, kids, body, accessories and stationery. 

We are proud of our diverse global workforce of 20,000 team members from countless nationalities, and we strongly welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply with us.

We are focused on bringing more voices, experiences and backgrounds to our workforce as we drive diverse and inclusive outcomes for our team and our customers.

If you have any individual needs in order to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at recruitment@cottonon.com.au so we may support you in completing the job application process.

Cotton On Group

About Cotton On Group

Our purpose has always been to make a positive difference in people’s lives, and our team and customers are at the heart of this.

We started in 1988, with our first ‘shop’ being the boot of a Ford Bronco parked at The Beckley Market in Geelong, Australia. Inside? A stack of denim jackets; it was the start of something big.

Our vision is to take our eight Aussie lifestyle brands to the world, delivering Good along the way. And we know that our responsibility goes far beyond selling great products. We work to prioritise people and the planet, while making products our customers love, ones that we can all be proud of.

We’re a diverse bunch from all around the world who love to think big. We live for a challenge and give anything a go. We work hard and pride ourselves on creating an environment free from hierarchy and ego. One that promotes creativity and self-expression, allowing our team to do what they do best. We look after our people 24/7 – not just when they’re at work, but outside of it too. Since day one, our team members have been like great mates to us – and you look after your mates. We support and empower our team members to be the healthiest versions of themselves. And we keep it real, always.

We’re customer-obsessed in everything we do, and believe us when we say the obsession is real!

When you join our team, you’re part of something bigger – you’re here to be inspired, to learn, to do the right thing, and above all else, to make a positive difference.

20,000 people. 8 brands. 20 countries. 1,300 stores (and counting) and one life-changing Foundation. That's Cotton On Group.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Geelong, AU
Year Founded
1991
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