Buying Assistant - Hybrid

Work options: Hybrid • Clear pathway to grow into a Junior Buyer role • Flexible work - 2 days WFH • Hands-on exposure to the full buying lifecycle Buying Assistant Reporting to the Senior Buyer, the Buying Assistant supports the delivery of category strategies across a dynamic retail portfolio. This role plays a key part in executing buying plans, maintaining product data, coordinating suppliers, and ensuring the right products are available to meet customer needs. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and commercially curious individual ready to accelerate their buying career, with a clear pathway to develop into a Junior Buyer role in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Key responsibilities Category & Product Support • Support the delivery of category plans, including product setup, range reviews, and lifecycle management • Maintain accurate product data, pricing, and systems to ensure seamless trading • Coordinate product information and samples to support range builds and decision-making Supplier Coordination • Support supplier communication and coordination in partnership with the Buyer • Assist with onboarding documentation and ongoing administrative processes • Coordinate samples, product details, and approvals with internal teams Range, Inventory & Promotions • Analyse sales and trends to support customer-led range decisions • Partner with Planning to monitor stock levels, availability, and supply risks • Support promotional setup, pricing, and campaign execution Collaboration & Continuous Improvement • Work cross-functionally with Planning, Marketing, Digital, Supply Chain, and Stores • Provide reporting, insights, and administrative support for launches and campaigns • Ensure data accuracy and contribute to process improvements • Support promotional planning and execution to help drive sales performance Cross functional collaboration • Collaborate with planning, marketing, digital, supply chain, and store teams to support category initiatives • Provide administrative and analytical support to ensure successful campaign and product launches • Contribute insights and reporting to support decision-making Risk, compliance & governance • Ensure product data accuracy and compliance with company policies and standards • Support documentation management and maintain up-to-date records • Assist in identifying and escalating potential supply or product risks About you You’re organised, proactive, and eager to build your career in retail buying. You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for detail. You’ll bring: • Experience in an administrative, retail, or buying support role (or a strong desire to build a career in buying) • Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and identify trends • Confident communication skills and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders • A collaborative approach and willingness to learn in a team environment • Commercial curiosity and a passion for delivering great customer outcomes WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU… ✨ We're accelerating our growth across Australia and New Zealand – when we grow, you grow! Training pathways designed to encourage personal growth and professional development ️ Employee discount – enjoy great savings across our range + access to a exclusive team member benefits app ‍‍‍ Family discount to support the people who matter most Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers Annual flu shots to help keep you healthy Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home for better balance A dynamic, friendly team environment where you’ll be challenged and supported to achieve personal and business goals Access to our Employee Assistance Program for additional wellbeing support About Us Baby Bunting is Australia's largest nursery specialty retailer, but we're much more than that. We're a growing community dedicated to supporting parents through every step of their journey. Our purpose? To share in the joy and provide support through the challenges of raising little ones by empowering parents to make the best choices for their families. Please note; • Every employer in Australia has the obligation to ensure that employees have the relevant working rights. All successful applicants will need to undergo a Right to Work check. • Due to the intimate and personal nature of our work, successful applicants will also need to undergo a National Police Criminal History check. Video