We are looking for a Buyers Assistant to support the buying team in product selection supplier management and inventory coordination. This role assists in administrative tasks trend research and communication with vendors to ensure smooth buying operations and an optimised product assortment.
Who we are
Culture Kings represents the relationship between music sport and fashion. These are the three foundation pillars upon which Culture Kings stands. Within each of these components streetwear has underlined and evolved to become an essential part of Kings prides itself on exclusivity and superiority offering a premium retail experience across all genres cultures styles and ages combined with an extensive and curated range from 100 leading street sport and fashion brands from all around the globe. Each Culture Kings store displays an electrifying atmosphere unparalleled in retail presenting some of Australias leading DJs performing daily instore. Frequently visited by some of the worlds best athletes artists and tastemakers Culture Kings is ahead of its game offering an elite perspective of the everchanging global streetwear landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Supplier Management
Assist in researching and identifying trends to support product selection
Maintain and update vendor and product information
Communicate with suppliers regarding order updates sample requests and general inquiries
Ensure product details align with brand guidelines and quality standards.
Inventory & Sales Management
Assist in monitoring inventory levels and replenishment needs
Support the team in tracking deliveries and ensuring stock availability
Help coordinate markdown lists and product allocations
Work with logistics teams to facilitate order processing and timely deliveries.
Market & Trend Analysis
Conduct research on industry trends competitor assortments and emerging styles
Assist in gathering insights on customer preferences and market demand
Support the team in preparing reports on product performance and trends
Financial & Performance Metrics
Assist in tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sales and stock levels
Help maintain OTB (OpentoBuy) documentation and budget tracking
Provide administrative support for seasonal planning and forecasting processes.
CrossFunctional Collaboration
Buying Team: Provide administrative support and assist in daily tasks
Supplier Communication: Liaise with suppliers for product samples order updates and data management
Marketing Team: Assist in gathering product details for marketing campaigns and promotions
Visual Mechandising Support the team in ensuring accurate product descriptions and merchandising alignment
ECommerc Team: Help maintain online product data including descriptions and imagery.
Skills & Experience
Raising purchase orders (POs) creating and tracking POs ensuring product data is accurate.
Vendor communication confirming order details delivery windows and resolving delays.
Managing critical path/timelines supporting buyers to ensure deadlines are met across buying and product development.
Sample coordination requesting receiving and organizing samples for fittings or marketing use.
Stock intake & system maintenance ensuring system data is correct prearrival (SKUs barcodes pricing).
Working crossfunctionally supporting the buyer in communication with planning warehouse and ecommerce.
Strong attention to detail essential for data entry purchase orders and stock accuracy.
Time management & organisation handling multiple tasks and deadlines across product cycles.
Excel proficiency VLOOKUPs pivot tables and basic formulas for range plans order tracking and sales analysis.
Communication skills liaising with suppliers warehouses internal teams (planning warehouse marketing).
Numerical literacy working with margins costs pricing and quantities.
$60000 $70000 a year
There has never been a more exciting time to join Culture Kings as we expand innovate and continue to be the most soughtafter streetwear retailer on the market! If this is the opportunity youve been waiting for we want to hear from you. Please apply now with your CV outlining your experience and why you believe you are the right fit for the role.
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Culture Kings Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Were committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Come join us different makes us better.
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