Are you a detail-focused and motivated individual ready to thrive in a fast-paced retail group? Harris Scarfe is looking for a Buyer's Assistant to join our energetic team in South Melbourne.
Harris Scarfe is one of Australia’s most enduring retailers – trusted for generations to deliver value, quality, and genuine service. With 60+ stores across metro and regional Australia, we’re proud to employ 1,800+ passionate team members who bring our brand promise to life, every day.

• Proudly Australian-owned retail group with iconic brands
• Career progression, team discounts, and flexible work options
• Energetic team culture that values ideas, pace, and leadership

In this position, you’ll work closely with the Buyer to help deliver both long and short-term strategies, while also supporting day-to-day activity including promotional planning, product administration, sample coordination, supplier communications, and marketing briefs.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary + superannuation + profit share + generous team discounts
• Hybrid role with work flexibility options
• Clear career progression and personal development opportunities
• A culture that values collaboration, contribution, and strong team spirit
• Centrally located South Melbourne office near the market
• Employee Assistance Program for 24/7 life, family, health, and financial support

About the Role: 
This is a great opportunity to develop your buying career in a dynamic, fast-paced retail environment with strong opportunities to grow.

• Supporting the Buyer with key administrative and planning tasks
• Maintaining product and promotional data in our systems
• Managing product samples and assisting with supplier communication
• Assisting with catalogue proofing and marketing support
• Providing reporting and insights using Excel and SAP
• Helping brief and coordinate eCommerce and promotional content
• Acting as the main point of contact for product data and master data updates
  
  

What You'll Bring: 

• You have a keen eye for detail and enjoy working with data
• You’re confident using Excel and ideally have experience with SAP
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage your time well
• You’re a team player with strong communication skills
• Experience in retail, buying or the Footwear, Fashion Accessories, Handbags & Travelware category is highly regarded
• You’re curious, organised, and always willing to learn

Why Harris Scarfe?
At Harris Scarfe, we’re proud to play a small but meaningful role in the lives of our customers - helping them find great value, quality, and style every day.
When you join our team, you become part of Spotlight Retail Group – home to Harris Scarfe, Spotlight, and Anaconda.

Shape your career with a proud Australian retailer.