SENIOR MERCHANDISE PLANNER
Our client is a Sydney-based womenswear brand blending performance-driven design and fashion-forward aesthetics. Seeking a Senior Merchandiser Planner to pioneer a leading fashion brand.
Location: Sydney
Perks:
Generous staff discount
Career progression
Social incentives
If you're interested in hearing more about this position please send your CV to jessica@whointhezoo.com.au to organise a confidential chat.
Hiring Consultant: Jessica
Job Code: 780893
Please note only those applicants who fit the brief will be contacted in relation to their application.
RESPONSIBILITIES +
- Support across all reporting activities to deliver actionable insights and recommendations
- Completed pre-market analysis to support forecasting seasonal buys
- Develop and maintain replenishment models to optimize inventory levels for core styles
- Maintain best seller reports
- Work alongside Wholesale team for trade insights
- Produce ad hoc reports as needed to support business objectives.
- Create and implement allocation plans to drive sales and maintain optimal stock levels across all channels (store and online).
- Identify unique allocation needs and location-specific trends, managing and updating store and channel profiles accordingly.
- Ensure timely allocation of products with appropriate stock levels and size runs per location.
- Support Range Architecture development, DTC exclusives and requests, and explore opportunities in new markets with tailored assortments.
- Monitor product performance to meet sell-through expectations.
- Propose promotions and reorders to achieve and surpass targets.
- Provide critical-stage forecasting for fabric and trim planning, identifying product lifecycle opportunities.
- Oversee packaging forecasts and orders for the warehouse.
- Assist the Senior Merchandiser with assortment planning.
REQUIREMENTS +
- Work well under pressure
- Excellent understanding of retail maths
- Advanced Excel
- Experience using CENTRIC, JOOR or AP21 (desirable)