Hype DC is Accent Group's premium, limited and exclusive sneaker retailer. With almost 25 years as one of Australia’s leading premium sneaker destinations, Hype DC continues to deliver a curated world class assortment of sneakers to our customers. Here at Hype DC, we are obsessed and committed to our people, our team and our customers are at the heart of what we do. As a key sneaker destination, we strive to deliver memorable experiences, a high-performance culture and operational excellence.
About the Role We are looking for a highly organised and analytical Buyer’s Assistant to support our HYPE DC Buying team. This role plays an important part in driving sales performance, managing inventory, and maintaining strong relationships with brand partners. If you have a passion for retail and enjoy working in a fast paced environment, this could be a great opportunity. Key Responsibilities Reporting and Analysis • Prepare weekly trade and sales reports, including store performance and trade dashboards • Conduct post season sales analysis on a monthly, quarterly, and half yearly basis • Manage inventory reporting with a focus on deliveries and intake • Provide ad hoc reporting as required Buying Support • Assist the Buyer in developing and executing merchandise strategies across brands and categories • Analyse weekly performance to identify best sellers, slow movers, risks, and opportunities • Maintain awareness of current and emerging sports and fashion trends, as well as the local market • Manage the order process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and up to date records • Maintain accurate buy plans within your portfolio Brand and Supplier Relationships • Build and maintain strong relationships with brand partners and suppliers • Represent company values in all external interactions • Communicate effectively with suppliers to achieve proactive outcomes Inventory Management • Support contract management processes • Manage purchase order entry and maintenance • Ensure product hierarchy accuracy and data integrity • Follow correct EDI protocols • Coordinate delivery processes and communicate updates to stakeholders • Maintain accurate inventory and merchandise plans Retail Support • Communicate key product and business updates to stores • Provide product and new brand knowledge to retail teams • Prepare and review monthly store documentation • Conduct regular store visits to gather insights and feedback About You • Strong analytical and reporting skills • High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities • Strong communication and relationship building skills • Passion for retail with an interest in sports and fashion trends • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment Why Join Us • Be part of a dynamic and growing retail business • Work with leading global brands • Opportunity to develop your career in buying and merchandising • Collaborative and supportive team environment
At Accent Group Limited we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, physical and mental ability. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. The Accent Group acknowledges, and pays respect, to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the land. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Maori people.
