Since 2011, THE ICONIC has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand. As the #1 fashion e-commerce destination in the region, our e-commerce platforms provide an inspiring and seamless end-to-end customer experience through our own technology innovations.
Our Commercial team is driven by data, trends, and a passion for our customers—curating the region’s top fashion platform. The Category Buying and Planning teams work closely to drive sales, maximise profit, and deliver on-trend ranges that excite our customers.
As the Senior Category Buyer - Women's Designer, you’ll help shape strategy, support budget planning, and drive sales growth in line with THE ICONIC’s commercial vision.
What You’ll Do:
- Drive Strategy: Work with our Planning team to develop and execute winning category strategies across wholesale and platform.
- Spot Trends: Analyse sales data and market trends to keep our product offering fresh, exciting, and competitive.
- Own the Numbers: Manage budgets, vendor contracts, and financial targets like a pro.
- Build Relationships: Nurture long-term partnerships with key suppliers and negotiate for the best deals.
- Lead & Inspire: Mentor assistant buyers and help develop the next generation of buying talent.
- Collaborate: Work cross-functionally with Product, Creative, Marketing, and Sustainability teams to deliver seamless customer experiences and achieve shared goals.
What You’ll Own:
- Budget allocation for product procurement.
- Selection and onboarding of new brands.
- Key financial terms for vendor contracts.
- Demand/inventory management to hit targets.
- Recruitment and development of your team.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience: 5+ years in buying, with a proven track record of driving sales and growth in your category
- Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills. You’re a whiz with numbers and love making data-driven decisions.
- Tech Savvy: Proficient in Jira, Excel, BI tools, and familiar with API integrations, platform software and AI tools.
- Team Player: You love collaborating, mentoring, and making things happen together.
- Trend-spotter, deal-maker, and relationship-builder
At THE ICONIC, we do things differently—and we have a lot of fun along the way! Our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to empowering every ICONITE to do their best work, grow their skills, and bring their unique flair to our vibrant culture.
Here’s a glimpse of what makes life at THE ICONIC so special:
- Flex Your Way: Enjoy hybrid working options to suit your lifestyle.
- Learning Collective: Level up with learning days, hackathons, and ongoing development opportunities.
- Family Friendly: Generous parental leave and an extra day off for your child’s first day at school.
- Birthday Bliss: Enjoy a paid day off and treat yourself with an exclusive ICONIC voucher—because you deserve it!
- Style Perks: Staff discounts and exclusive sample sales to keep your wardrobe fresh.
- Wellness First: Discounted gym memberships and wellbeing programs to keep you feeling your best.
- People First: Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
- Give Back: Volunteer days with our charity partner, Thread Together, to make a real impact.
- Referral Rewards: Score big with our referral program when your recommended friends join the ICONITE crew!
We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone. If you need support or adjustments, please contact us at [email protected].
Ready to join the ICONITE crew? Apply now and be part of our exciting journey!
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What We Do
Since 2011, THE ICONIC has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand. We stand for benchmark-setting customer service, delivery options and returns policies while connecting Australia and New Zealand fashion, and sports, beauty, home and lifestyle lovers through digital experiences. Our purpose is liberation. For our people, this means being supported to express the best version of themselves. From our ways of working and collaboration to our growth mindset and sustainable approach, we each add unique value and have an incredible amount of fun doing it! We are forward thinking, energetic and collectively move to create a positive impact. There are over 1000 ICONITES across our Hubs in Sydney CBD, Alexandria and South West Sydney (which hosts our HUGE Fulfilment Centre!). We are growing fast.... and always looking for great talent to join us!
