Senior Buyer

Made for Moments? So are we.

We’re seeking a Senior Buyer to join our Product & Sourcing team based in Alexandria.

As a Senior Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in bringing our product ranges to life. Working closely with the Head of Product and cross-functional teams, you'll lead the end-to-end buying and product development process, delivering commercially successful ranges that align with dusk's creative vision, customer trends, and business objectives.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute category buying strategies that deliver sales, margin, and inventory targets

• Lead the end-to-end product development process, from concept and sourcing through to product launch

• Source, negotiate, and build strong relationships with local and international suppliers to deliver quality products at target margins

• Manage critical path timelines to ensure products are delivered on time and meet quality, compliance, and brand standards

• Analyse sales performance, customer insights, and market trends to identify opportunities and optimise product ranges

• Work closely with Planning, Creative, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Compliance teams to deliver successful seasonal ranges

• Monitor competitor activity, emerging trends, and product innovation to keep dusk at the forefront of the market

• Support seasonal range reviews, forecasting, pricing, and promotional planning

• Mentor and support the Buying Coordinator, fostering collaboration and continuous development

• Represent dusk at local and international trade fairs, supplier visits, and sourcing trips as required

About You

• Significant experience in a Senior Buying, Category Management, or Product Development role within retail, preferably homewares or lifestyle products

• Demonstrated success developing commercially successful product ranges and achieving sales and margin targets

• Strong product development, sourcing, and supplier negotiation experience

• Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to analyse data and make informed buying decisions

• Experience managing critical paths and delivering products to tight deadlines

• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple business functions

• Strong leadership skills with experience coaching or mentoring junior team members

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience using retail buying or merchandise systems

• A passion for product, design, customer trends, and delivering exceptional retail experiences

What You'll Love

• Generous employee discounts!

• Opportunity to shape exciting product ranges for one of Australia's leading specialty retailers

• Collaborative and creative team environment where your ideas are valued

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Professional development opportunities and interstate/international sourcing exposure

• Supportive leadership and a commitment to work-life balance

If you're ready to combine your commercial expertise with creativity and innovation to deliver products our customers love, we'd love to hear from you!