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"You cannot invent an algorithm that is as good at recommending books as a good bookseller, and that's the secret weapon of the bookstore - is that no algorithm will ever understand readers the way that other readers can..." - John Green

Being a Harry Hartog Bookseller

  • The Harry Hartog Bookseller is the heart and soul of our bookshops; the beautiful combination of their passions, expertise and individual quirks plays a tremendous role in making our shops unique and keeping our customers coming back for more.

  • Being a Harry Hartog Bookseller is much more than a retail job. When you join our team you join a community of people committed to spreading a love of the written word. You become part of a group of individuals driven in their belief that stories – both real and imagined – open the door to worlds you may never have visited, lives you may never have encountered, and experiences you may never have undergone.

    With every book you put in a pair of hands, you are contributing to the development of informed, empathetic and perceptive individuals who, in turn, will go on to shape the world we live in.

What Harry Hartog Booksellers Are Made Of (Or, What We Look For in a Bookseller)

Our booksellers are some of the best in the industry. We seek those who focus on providing an extraordinary customer experience. Our booksellers are friendly, professional and passionate. We inspire our teams to share their love of books with whoever is front of them or on the telephone line. Our booksellers are across the books we stock - both new and old -- and our exciting line of gifts and lifestyle products, ready to make suitable recommendations on both fronts.

We also encourage you to show your initiative when it comes to creating displays, planning and running special events and generating ideas for how to make your bookshop more unique and enticing.

Help us create the Harry Hartog adventure

Harry Hartog is an Australian, family-owned business with an expanding branch network across NSW, ACT, Queensland and South Australia.

Our goal is to create proud and welcoming establishments within our communities. We will strive to keep the passion and legacy of the physical book alive for years to come, and we sincerely hope you will join us in doing so.

Please see our current opportunities below.

We look forward to hearing from you!

For any enquiries please contact hr@harryhartog.com.au

  • Gift & Lifestyle Assistant

  • Harry Hartog/Berkelouw Books


    Harry Hartog/Berkelouw is an Australian, family-owned business with an expanding branch network across NSW, ACT, Queensland and South Australia. Our goal is to create proud establishments within our communities. 


    We are seeking an enthusiastic and energetic Gift & Lifestyle Assistant to join our team at our Head Office in Paddington. 


    About The Role


    As Gift & Lifestyle Assistant you will work closely with the existing Gift & Lifestyle team to manage and develop all aspects of the Gift & Lifestyle products, including sales, inventory, products development, and reporting.


    To succeed in this role you will be motivated and passionate about retail and merchandising. You will develop and maintain a positive workplace culture consistent with the core values of the organisation.


    The successful applicant will be required to work a 3 day roster each week, including the flexibility to work extended hours over the November to December period each year.

    We offer a competitive salary, generous staff discounts, and the excitement of involvement in a growing and successful business. 


    Duties

    • Upholding monthly store budgets
    • Ordering with Suppliers based on the Open To Buy and analysed SOH/sales data
    • Maintaining relationships with suppliers, whilst ensuring negotiated terms & prices are met
    • Ensuring margin & sales data accuracy on new and existing lines
    • Conducting independent regular in-store merchandising visits (including assistance in receiving orders)
    • Liaising with teams on merchandising strategies and plans
    • Sourcing new brands


    Selection Criteria

    • At least 1 year experience in a related industry 
    • Merchandising experience
    • Keen attention to detail and an analytical mind
    • Driver’s license 
    • Understanding of market trends regarding both Gift & Lifestyle and Books
    • Organised and able to meet deadlines, and when necessary to multi-task and to think clearly
    • Clear and concise verbal and written communication
    • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) 
    • Buying and range development experience 


    Applications

    Applicants should forward a cover letter outlining your retail and merchandising experience along with your CV by here to apply via Seek


    For any questions, please contact hr@harryhartog.com.au   


    Applications close 9am Monday 8th April 2024