The role will require the incumbent to proactively manage the photography backlog & pipeline, working closely with team members within the eCommerce, Merchandise & Photography teams. We are looking for a proactive & self-motivated problem solver, that will drive improvements & efficiencies in process and communication through regular and consistent collaboration & feedback. Excellent organisational & communication skills are a must-have.
It's important that we find individuals who are a great fit for our business. The ideal candidate will be a team player, have a high attention to detail and enjoy working in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. We're looking for people who embody our values and aren't afraid to challenge the status quo.
Key Duties
- Track image availability using available eCommerce systems & tools including items that are in stock as well as those that are due to arrive in the short term.
- Work with relevant team members to brief jobs for the photography studio, adhering to relevant business rules & timings (eg. product volumes & styling items).
- Ensure that photography briefs take into account eCommerce image requirements (eg. Product sets & collections).
- Coordinate with the merchandise & photography teams regarding photography jobs, including sample availability & delivery timelines.
- Act as a liaison between the eCommerce, Photography & merchandise teams, ensuring that requirements are understood, queries are addressed, and issues are escalated as needed.
- Assist the studio to prioritise jobs at a group level, ensuring that overall product visibility is managed across chains.
- Compile weekly photography reports and share with relevant stakeholders.
- Foster positive workplace relationships and drive cross-functional cohesion and teamwork, both within the Photography Studio team as well as with other teams in the business.
- Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- A relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous
- A minimum of 1 years experience in a relevant field such as photography, e-commerce, DC operations, or similar would be preferential
- Proficient with MS Office 365 to manage communications and other tasks relating to the function (desirable)
- Effective problem-solving skills and ability to resolve a variety of issues & queries
- Would be required to spend 1 day per week at our studio in Montague Gardens (own transport)
- Competencies
- Goal oriented and self-motivated must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Proactive and adept problem solver a fast learner with a strong aptitude for systems
- Strong organizational, planning & communication skills (written and verbal), with high attention to detail
- Strong sense of ownership and responsibility & a track record of performance meeting targets and objectives
- Excellent at working and delivering against deadlines and the ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with many individuals & teams, at all levels of the organisation
- Flexible and adaptable must enjoy working in a fast-paced and at times challenging environment
- Ability to quickly and calmly react to changing organizational needs and deadlines, both internal and external
- Effective time management, organizational and administrative skills able to balance multiple priorities
- Can do positive attitude eager to grow, learn and develop your skills.
- Passionate about the fashion, photography, or ecommerce industries
