Our client is a leading player in retail, known for delivering exceptional customer experiences across a dynamic network of stores. With a strong focus on innovation and strategic growth, they partner with tier 1 FMCG suppliers to bring high-quality products to market. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that values agility, collaboration, and commercial excellence.
About the Role
As Buyer for the Impulse Sweet Confectionery category – the largest within the business – you’ll take full ownership of day-to-day operations and drive growth across this high-performing portfolio. Working closely with global FMCG partners including Nestlé, Mondelez, and Mars, you’ll balance customer needs with commercial targets in a fast-paced, travel retail environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Building and managing supplier relationships to optimise buying opportunities
- Identifying and developing new business areas aligned with strategic growth plans
- Conducting market analysis to stay ahead of trends and competitor activity
- Reviewing historical data to inform decisions on sales, profit, stock-turn, and markdowns
- Regularly analysing performance metrics and adjusting merchandise plans accordingly
- Maintaining strong relationships with store teams through regular visits and communication
You've worked either for, or with Tier 1 suppliers within confectionary. You are commercially minded and have a passion for bringing new ideas and creative thinking to the table. You thrive in dynamic environments and bring a strategic mindset to supplier negotiations and product planning.
- FMCG experience highly desirable working for them or with them
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Analytical capability to interpret data and market insights
- A results-driven approach with a focus on profitability and customer satisfaction
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset
- Ability to adapt and perform in a fast-paced, evolving retail landscape
- A high-impact role in a category with significant commercial visibility
- Opportunity to work with global FMCG brands
- Central Sydney Location
- Flexible working
- Excellent discounts across all range of stores.
How to apply
Apply with an up to date CV and Lyndsay will be in touch!
