Join one of Australia and New Zealand’s most customer centric retail groups - Accent Group. With a portfolio of over 900 stores, 34 iconic brands (including HOKA, Skechers, Dr. Martens, Platypus, Hype DC, Stylerunner, Nude Lucy, The Athletes Foot, Sports Direct, Glue Store and Vans), and 30+ online platforms, we’re not just selling shoes - we’re shaping the future of retail. At Accent Group, we’re driven by innovation, passionate about people, and serious about creating standout career opportunities. Whether you’re starting your retail journey or looking to grow into leadership, you’ll be part of a culture that values individuality, rewards performance, and empowers you to make your mark (in your kicks of course!)
We're looking for a highly organised and analytical Buyer's Assistant to join The Athlete's Foot team. Supporting the Retail Buyers, you'll play a key role in bringing seasonal ranges to life while helping drive sales, margin and inventory performance across your portfolio.
Working closely with internal teams, stores and leading global brand partners, you'll assist with merchandise planning, trade reporting, inventory management, order processing and product analysis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in buying within one of Australia's leading athletic footwear retailers.
What You'll Be Doing
- Support the Retail Buyer in developing and executing merchandise strategies across assigned brands and categories.
- Analyse weekly sales and product performance to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
- Assist with seasonal range planning, buying plans and order quantification.
- Prepare weekly trade reports, sales reporting, inventory reporting and post-season analysis.
- Manage purchase orders, contracts and product data, ensuring accuracy across all systems.
- Coordinate deliveries and work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure stock arrives on time.
- Maintain accurate buying plans, product hierarchies and inventory records.
- Build strong relationships with brand partners and suppliers to support successful trading outcomes.
- Communicate product updates and key information to stores.
- Visit stores to gain market insights, understand customer trends and gather feedback from retail teams.
- Contribute to ad hoc reporting and cross-functional projects that support the wider Buying team.
What You'll Bring
- Previous experience in a buying, merchandise or retail support role.
- Retail experience with a passion for sport, footwear and product.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong analytical capability.
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience using AP21 or a similar retail system is highly regarded.
- A tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce or a related discipline is preferred.
Why Join Us?
At The Athlete's Foot, we're passionate about helping people move better. As Australia's leading athletic footwear retailer, we combine expert fitting technology with premium global brands to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
You'll enjoy:
- Generous Team Member discounts across all Accent Group brands.
- Access to our Employee Benefits Program.
- Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative team culture.
- The opportunity to work with some of the world's leading athletic footwear and performance brands.
- The chance to build your career with an iconic Australian retail business.
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.
