Buying Assistant - Apparel

Who are we?

At Target, we deliver quality products at prices the whole family will love for longer. We’re home to quality pieces, made for you and your life.

With our iconic logo, we are one of the most renowned Australian retail brands and for almost 100 years, we have held a special place in the hearts and minds of Australian families.

We’re immensely proud of our history and are looking for people to join us who are as excited by our future as we are.

Join the team

We have an exciting opportunity for a Buying Assistant to join our Apparel team at Target. As a Buying Assistant, you’ll work closely with our Buyers to help source and deliver great-value, great-quality product the kind that creates meaningful moments in our customers’ lives. You’ll be immersed in the end-to-end buying journey, learning how ranges come together, how decisions get made, and how product lands in stores and online ready for customers to enjoy.

Join our Apparel team as a Buying Assistant and learn the end-to-end buying journey product, data, supplier coordination, marketing samples, and competitor insights

What You’ll Do

As a Buying Assistant at Target, you’ll:

Manage marketing and sample coordination for all advertising, including onlineOwn the product registration process post sign-off, including keycode creation, sampling and packaging coordinationMaintain accurate data entry and keep information up to date across systems and reportsProvide market insights by regularly assessing the competitive set and feeding key learnings back to the teamLiaise with and support our supply base, working with local suppliers and an overseas sourcing teamCollaborate closely with the Buyer, demonstrating agility and adaptability within a fast-paced, large-scale retail environment.

What We’re Looking For

You’re driven, efficient and enthusiastic with a curious mindset and a passion for retail and apparel. You’re energised by delivering product, you keep customers front of mind, and you build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

We’d Love You To Bring

Excellent time management and organisational skillsExceptional written and verbal communicationConfidence managing and interpreting dataStrong attention to detailEffective numerical, critical thinking and analytical skills

Benefits We’ll Offer

Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.Access to our team member discount program which can be used across our company network, including Target, Kmart, Bunnings, and Officeworks.A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Target and Kmart on eligible product.Access to our benefits program, which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health, with over 60 suppliers.We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work, that's why there is opportunity for eligible team members to participate in a bonus program.Free onsite parking when you’re required to come into the office.We offer inclusive parental leave and ongoing support through our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances.A dynamic learning and support program.Opportunity to fast-track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor.Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes.Wesfarmers is Kmart and Target’s parent company, and each year, eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement.Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.

A place you can belong

We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected, and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like by emailing kmartgroupcareers@kmart.com.au.