Merchandise Planner

Description:

• Highly successful apparel brand, over 200 stores
• Salary up to $130K plus Super
• WFH 1 day a week
• Brand new, modern office in Rosebery

The Company:
Our client is a leading apparel retailer with both brick and mortar and a strong eCommerce presence, that is passionate about bringing on-trend and value-focused product ranges to their customer.

The Merchandise Planner will managing their own categories and lead the end-to-end planning cycle, from developing category strategies to overseeing allocations across their 200-store network, including online, retail, and outlet stores.
Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and manage Open-to-Buy, markdown strategies and inventory plans to achieve sales, margin, and profit goals
• Work together on seasonal reviews and create forward-thinking merchandise plans
• Maximise stock allocation and replenishment across all channels.
• Focus on core and repeat lines
• Produce detailed weekly trade reports, identify growth opportunities, and recommend actionable improvements
• Analyse data to unlock full sales potential
• Work closely with logistics and distribution teams to forecast and manage inventory flow
• Continuously improve planning processes to enhance efficiency and profitability, while maintaining momentum and productivity

To be successful within the role, you will have:

• 3-5 + years of experience in a similar role, apparel experience essential
• Advanced Excel skills
• Stellar communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders
• Commercial acumen with a trade focused approach

You will work within a collaborative team environment and a competitive salary package. They have 1 day work from home, along with discounts across their brands and career progression opportunities.
If this is of interest, apply now or call Sharon for a confidential chat on (02)93621119 and quote 'Merchandise Planner'.
Must have permanent and unrestricted working rights in Australia to be considered.