Lovisa is an on-trend jewelry and accessories company that started in 2010, with 955+ retail stores globally across over 45 countries. Lovisa was created out of a need for on-trend fashion jewelry at ready-to-wear prices and has quickly made its mark as Australia's leading fashion-forward jewelry retailer dominating global markets. Our mission is to bring brilliantly affordable fashion jewelry to the world, whilst delighting our Customers with our commitment to continually improve their Lovisa experience. Your energy, talent, and ambition will not only provide you with an exciting role but will also lead you towards a successful career with exciting rewards and opportunities.

POSITION PURPOSE AND EXPECTATION: The Jewelry Assistant Buyer & Product Developer will be responsible for:

SAMPLE MANAGEMENT

Manage all incoming samples, with a high-level organization and ownership.
Weekly tracking of development samples by range to ensure they will arrive on time for Final Sign Off

RANGE PLANNERS & SIGN OFFS

Build & Maintain Range Planners throughout the range building process to ensure all information is accurate for Final Sign Off
Preparing samples for Final Sign Offs

APPROVAL SAMPLES

Weekly tracking of approval samples by range in accordance with the critical path, ensuring all key deadlines are met for on time delivery
Provide weekly update of approval sample status by range to your Senior Buyer
Checking approval samples as they arrive: correct color, detail and Identifying potential QC issues

RANGE PERFORMANCE

Run and review sales reports weekly as instructed by the Senior Buyer
Run weekly line sheets as instructed by the Senior Buyer
Prepare samples for weekly sales meetings

SPEC SHEETS & COMPETITOR ANALYSIS

Preparing Spec Sheets, as instructed, as and when requested by your Senior Buyer
Preparing Comp Shop, Trend and Pricing reports as instructed, as and when requested by your Senior Buyer

SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIPS

Respond to supplier correspondence professionally and within 24 hours

Other Skills, Knowledge and Personal Qualities required:

Strong open and honest communication skills with a teamwork mindset
Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel & Outlook, and developed skills on Futura (preferred)
Adaptability and flexibility in an ever-changing environment
Desire to understand the strategic direction of the business and grow within the team
The ability to anticipate what may be required as well as problem-solving ability
Ability to work autonomously and work to deadlines set
1-2 years of experience in a similar role is highly regarded