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Buying Assistant
Apply nowJob no:514904 Work type:Full time Location:VIC - Metro Categories:Merchandise
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.
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.
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Found the perfect Harris Scarfe role for you and want to apply? Great!
You’ll find details on our recruitment process below. Make sure you’re well prepared to keep your nerves at bay and to maximise your chances of making a great impression.
1. Update Your CV
Make sure your CV is up-to- date with your latest skills and experience, and that it’s tailored to the role you are seeking. It is a legal requirement that all Harris Scarfe employees have the right to work in Australia.
2. Apply
You can apply online by selecting the relevant job link above, uploading your CV and completing the online application form.
3. Attend An Interview
If your application has been successful, we will ask you to take part in one or more of the following:
phone interview
face-to-face interview
group interview.
4. Reference & Police Check
As part of the screening process, we will obtain your consent to complete two work-related reference checks and, for roles that require one, a police check.
5. Job Offer
Congratulations! If you have been successful, you will be able to accept your letter of offer online together with an employment pack containing information on
Harris Scarfe and your responsibilities and entitlements.
