Our Vacancies
Junior Buyer- Middle East Market
- 508410
- Richmond, VIC - Head Office, VIC
- FTP - Full-time Permanent
FOREVER US
Step into the world of Forever New, where fashion knows no boundaries. As Australia's trailblazing brand in clothing and accessories, we're taking the globe by storm with 400+ stores and a thriving online presence. Our community is a vibrant tapestry of style enthusiasts, visionary buyers, creative thinkers, and trendsetters who have propelled us from Melbourne to the world stage.
Over the last 20 years, we have established ourselves as a powerhouse in the fashion industry and are looking for passionate professionals to make their mark in this next exciting chapter.
THE PERKS WE OFFER YOU
As a valued member of the Forever New family, you'll not only enjoy exciting rewards and benefits, but also be part of a team that genuinely appreciates your talent and contribution.
Discover the perks of joining us:
- Enjoy a generous 40% employee discount, including periodic family & friends offers.
- Coffee lover? Indulge in daily subsidised coffee and lunch at the café downstairs.
- Celebrate loyalty and life moments with birthday and loyalty leave.
- Gain recruitment referral incentives for bringing exceptional talent into the team.
- Take part in wellbeing and sustainability initiatives, supporting both you and the planet.
- Grow with continuous learning and development programs.
- Be recognised for your contributions through awards and recognition programs.
- Enjoy subsidised car parking and a vibrant Richmond head office location.
- Gain exposure to a global business operating across 5 continents.
YOUR DREAM OPPORTUNITY
As our Junior Buyer, you'll play a pivotal role in one of Forever New's exciting growth areas, partnering closely with Buying, Design, Planning and Production to bring commercially successful collections to life across the Middle East. Working alongside an experienced Buying Manager, you'll take ownership of key categories, contribute to range strategy, and use customer insights and trade performance to drive product decisions that deliver results.
This is a unique opportunity for a commercially minded buyer to gain exposure across multiple categories, work with elevated product and premium fabrics, and help shape the future direction of a growing area of the business. You'll be empowered to make decisions, take ownership, and have a genuine impact on both the product and customer experience.
Get excited to:
- Build and develop commercially successful product ranges in collaboration with Design, Planning and Production teams.
- Analyse sales performance, customer trends and market insights to identify opportunities and influence buying decisions.
- Support category strategy and contribute to key commercial trading decisions that drive sales, profit and growth.
- Manage supplier relationships, cost negotiations and margin outcomes to maximise commercial performance.
- Oversee the product lifecycle from concept through to delivery, ensuring products are delivered on time and to the highest standard.
- Participate in fit sessions and collaborate closely with Design to create customer-focused collections.
- Work cross-functionally across multiple departments, building strong stakeholder relationships and influencing outcomes.
- Take ownership in a fast-paced environment where initiative, agility and commercial thinking are highly valued.
- Contribute to a high-growth area of the business, helping to shape future product categories and customer experiences.
- Work with elevated product, premium fabrications and unique design concepts to deliver commercially successful collection
THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU OFFER US
- Previous experience as a Junior Buyer, or a high-performing Assistant Buyer ready for the next step.
- Strong understanding of the apparel buying cycle and critical path management.
- Commercially minded with the ability to interpret sales data and identify actionable insights.
- Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Confident communicator who can build effective relationships with suppliers and stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong problem-solving capability and ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach.
- Passion for fashion, customer trends and delivering commercially successful product ranges.
OUR VALUES
Whether we're developing products, analysing trade performance, partnering with suppliers or making key commercial decisions, these values are at the heart of everything we do:
Think Customer
Respect for All
Keep it Simple
Take Responsibility
Act with Pace
Join Forever New and become part of a global fashion community that values your expertise, supports your growth, and celebrates your contribution.
Apply now and help us make it her moment!