Retail Buyer

Retail Buyer – Hair & Beauty

About the Role

AMR Beauty Group is seeking an experienced Retail Buyer to join our team in Gregory Hills, NSW.

The Retail Buyer will be responsible for selecting and purchasing hair, beauty and salon products for resale, analysing sales and stock performance, identifying market and consumer trends, managing supplier relationships and supporting the development of commercially successful product ranges.

The position involves international sourcing and regular communication with overseas suppliers and manufacturers, including suppliers in China.

Key Responsibilities

Select and purchase products for resale across the business

Analyse sales performance, inventory levels and product movement

Research market trends, new products and changing customer demand

Source and evaluate local and international suppliers

Source products from overseas manufacturers, including suppliers in China

Negotiate pricing, minimum order quantities, payment terms and supply conditions

Negotiate product specifications, packaging, production timelines and delivery requirements

Maintain and develop strong supplier relationships

Manage purchase orders and ongoing supplier communications

Monitor supplier performance, product quality, pricing and delivery schedules

Develop seasonal purchasing plans and product ranges

Monitor stock levels and purchasing requirements

Support pricing, promotional and product-range strategies

Prepare purchasing, stock and sales reports for management

Coordinate with warehouse and operations teams regarding stock availability and replenishment

Attend supplier meetings, product presentations, trade shows and industry events where required

Skills and Experience

Previous experience in retail buying, purchasing, procurement or merchandising

Experience with international sourcing and supplier management

Experience sourcing products from China and working with Chinese suppliers or manufacturers will be highly regarded

Strong negotiation, analytical and commercial skills

Experience analysing sales, stock and product performance

Strong numerical, organisational and time-management skills

Excellent communication and relationship-management skills

Ability to identify consumer trends and commercial product opportunities

Experience within hair, beauty, cosmetics or professional salon industry highly regarded

Relevant qualifications in business, retail, purchasing, merchandising or a related field advantageous

About AMR Beauty Group

AMR Beauty Group is an Australian hair and beauty supplier providing professional haircare, beauty products, salon equipment, tools and accessories to customers across Australia. The business works with a broad network of local and international suppliers and is seeking a commercially focused Retail Buyer.

Salary and Employment

Full-time, permanent position.

Salary: AUD $80,000 per annum + superannuation

Location

5 Cattle Way, Gregory Hills NSW 2557

Sponsor

Colour Loft Hair and Beauty Penrith Pty Ltd (trading as AMR Beauty Group)

How to Apply

Please submit your current resume and a short cover letter outlining your relevant buying, purchasing, procurement or supplier management experience.