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ABOUT US
 
Born in Australia, loved around the world. 
 
At Cotton On, we know good style goes well beyond what's in your wardrobe. We’re here to inspire, spark joy and bolster self-expression and creativity. We want our community to feel seen, heard and celebrated, and as a brand, we want to use our voice to make a positive difference in people's lives.
 
We’re playfully rebellious and always optimistic. Join our world and let's do good things together.
 

ABOUT THE ROLE

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Rubi team as an Assistant Buyer, focusing on our Lifestyle category, on a 12-month maternity leave cover. You will enable our vision by supporting your team to develop and buy profitable and sustainable lifestyle products that align with our brand DNA and which our customers love. You will be supported by your category buyer to participate in post seasonal reviews and will apply lessons to product decision making and provide customer focused solutions which will offer growth to the category. You will partner across categories and all Brand functions to ensure that we are delivering cohesive ranges and will execute category strategies that are in line with range strategy, financial objectives and which fall within milestone calendar timelines. You will work alongside Product Developers, suppliers and key stakeholders to ensure we are following the Product operating model and Group frameworks, while protecting brand DNA and maximising profitability during production. If you are ready to take the next step in your buying career and are passionate about delivering on fun and aspirational products, then this could be your new role.

 

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Degree/qualification in relevant field i.e. BuyingPrevious experience in a similar Assistant Buyer role is idealHands on product development experience, with the ability to manage OTB with a Planner  Proficient capabilities in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Illustrator.  Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate to internal and external stakeholders with confidenceStrong organisation, planning and time management skills

BENEFITS
 
• Competitive salary
• Flexible working options & people-first leave initiatives
• Access to our world-class Support Centre, with an in-house restaurant & state-of-the-art wellness centre featuring free gym & holistic health services
• Subsidised onsite childcare centre
• 50% off our Brands | Cotton On, Cotton On Body, Cotton On Kids, Rubi Shoes, Typo, Factorie & Supre
• 24/7 Wellness support – mental health, relationships, family + more
• Local & Global career growth
• Discounts for you & your family – medical, travel, financial + more
• Performance & Peak incentives to reward + recognise our team
• Returnity - Paid program for new parents heading back to work
• Bring your dog to work
• Recognition, team connection moments & more!
 
 
Cotton On’s purpose is to make a positive difference in people’s lives. Born in Australia, Cotton On is a global fashion and lifestyle retailer with eight brands across 22 countries and 1,500 stores. Powered by 20,000 team members, who together with our customers, are making a positive impact through one life-changing Foundation. Taking their Aussie lifestyle to the world and delivering Good along the way, Cotton On brands offer youthful fashion and lifestyle products across women's, men’s, kids, body, accessories and stationery. 
 
We are proud of our diverse global workforce of 20,000 team members from countless nationalities, and we strongly welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply with us.
 
We are focused on bringing more voices, experiences and backgrounds to our workforce as we drive diverse and inclusive outcomes for our team and our customers.
 
If you have any individual needs in order to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at recruitment@cottonon.com.au so we may support you in completing the job application process.