Established Category Buyer - Own Brand - 12 Month Max Term Contract

Overview

Established Category Buyer - Own Brand - 12 Month Max Term Contract at THE ICONIC. Join to apply for the Established Category Buyer - Own Brand role at THE ICONIC. Since 2011, THE ICONIC has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand as the #1 fashion e-commerce & lifestyle destination in the region. Our Commercial team is data, product and trend oriented, customer obsessed, and focused on driving sales, profitability and engaging ranges. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Established Category Buyer - Own Brands to join our dynamic commercial team on a 12 Month Max Term Contract.

In this role, you’ll shape the Own Brands category, curate a range that reflects current trends, and meet evolving customer needs in a leading e‑commerce environment.

Responsibilities

• You understand and drive company-wide strategies and OKRs.
• Lead weekly trade analysis to track sales performance, market trends and competitor activity.
• Translate analysis into strategic, actionable plans to improve NMV, profitability and stock cover.
• Deliver quarterly SWOT with clear actions and recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align trade strategies with seasonal and long-term objectives.
• Rapidly respond to market shifts to meet budgeted sales plans.
• Plan balanced ranges across Core and Newness, including assortment and option planning.
• Partner with Design to align ranges with market trends and customer preferences.
• Forecast demand with Planning and build replenishment strategies to optimise inventory.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms and ensure product quality and sustainability alignment.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous supply-chain improvements.
• Work with Marketing and Creative to align product assortment, campaigns and brand messaging.
• Input into campaign creative to maximise product visibility and sales impact; maintain customer persona insights.
• Lead and develop direct reports through clear expectations, coaching and performance feedback.
• Own brand / category strategy, vision and budget with Senior Buyers, Planners and the Buying Manager, managing OTB and range accuracy.
• Take decision-making ownership of price architecture, category mix and supplier / cost strategies to meet financial KPIs.
• Adaptability to changes in the market and industry, being open to learning new skills and approaches.
• You will undertake any other duties as reasonably required by management.

About You

Life at THE ICONIC

At THE ICONIC, we believe in doing things a little differently. Whether it's the way we work, our growth mindset, or our dedication to sustainability—every ICONITE brings their own unique flair. We offer flex work options, learning opportunities, parental leave, paid time off for birthdays, staff discounts, wellness programs, and more. We are committed to accessibility in recruitment; please email talent.attraction@theiconic.com.au for adjustments during the process.

If you’re ready to take your buying skills to the next level, apply now and be part of the exciting journey at THE ICONIC.

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