Are you passionate about apparel and textiles and confident in a fast-paced retail environment? Do you enjoy being organised, hands-on and keeping things moving behind the scenes? 

This is a fantastic entry level opportunity for someone with apparel or merchandise experience who wants to contribute to a busy buying team and further strengthen their capability in a commercial retail setting. This will be  a 7 month parental cover.  

The Warehouse Group has become a Kiwi household name, and we proudly recognise the role that we play in communities throughout New Zealand. We are the largest general merchandise retailer in NZ across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery and Noel Leeming. We continue to sharpen our brand-led and customer-focused approach, with collaboration and agility at the core of how we work. 

As a Buyers Assistant within Apparel, you will support our Category Buyers and wider Merchandise team with the day-to-day operational and administrative requirements of the category. 

This is a busy, detail-focused role where accuracy, organisation and strong communication are essential. You will play an important part in ensuring orders are raised correctly, product information is maintained accurately, and stakeholders are kept informed. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Raising and managing purchase orders 

• Communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure clear and timely updates 

• Supporting merchandise assistants and working closely with the wider merchandise function 

• Maintaining accurate product data, pricing and imagery 

• Assisting with promotional and advertising administration 

• Sample management and range administration 

• Providing general administrative and systems support to Buyers 

This is a fixed term 7-month maternity cover, offering valuable experience within an established apparel buying team.

We are looking for someone who brings energy, initiative and a genuine passion for apparel and textiles. You may have worked as a Merchandise Assistant, in an apparel buying office, or in a retail environment where you have developed strong product knowledge and administrative capability. 

You will bring: 

• Experience in textile apparel or a solid understanding of garment and product processes 

• Previous merchandise or retail assistant exposure 

• Strong administrative capability with excellent attention to detail 

• Confidence raising orders and managing ongoing supplier communication 

• Excellent organisation and time management skills 

• A hands-on approach and a can-do attitude 

• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office capability 

This role will suit someone who enjoys supporting a team, working closely with product, and contributing to a fast-moving apparel category. 

You will join a collaborative and supportive team where you can further develop your skills in a dynamic retail environment. We offer flexible working arrangements, team member discounts, wellbeing support, leave benefits and more. 

If you are ready to roll up your sleeves and make an impact in Apparel, apply now. 

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