Our client is a leading apparel retailer with both brick and mortar and a strong Ecommerce presence, that is passionate about bringing on-trend product ranges to their customer.
The Planning Manager will work closely with the Head of Merchandise Planning, leading a team of 2 and managing their own categories, to elevate their planning processes and drive them to the next level.
Key responsibilities include:
* Lead the delivery of merchandise financial plans across budget, reforecast and in-season trade, ensuring accuracy, feasibility and cross-functional alignment
* Translate strategic direction into clear operational targets for planners across sales, margin, stock and weeks cover
* Own and embed planning disciplines including forecasting, OTB governance, reporting, assumptions and file control
* Lead the weekly and monthly trading cadence, validating numbers, interpreting performance and driving clear actions
* Oversee execution of stock and inventory levers including allocations, PO management, markdown planning and core line lifecycle management
* Partner with Buying and Product on option planning, post-season reviews and forward-looking insights
* Drive strong cross-functional relationships, ensuring early escalation of risks and effective execution of trade actions
* Lead, coach and develop Planners and Allocators through clear expectations, regular 1:1s and constructive feedback
* Foster a high-performance, accountable and collaborative team culture
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* 5–8 years' experience in Merchandise Planning, leading teams within the apparel sector
* Strong capability across budgeting, forecasting, replanning and OTB management
* Deep understanding of the relationship between sales, margin, stock and trade levers
* Advanced Excel skills and strong systems capability; planning or WSSI tools highly regarded
* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to make timely, data-informed decisions
* Proven people leadership experience with a coaching mindset
Why this role?
This is an opportunity to step into a pivotal planning leadership role where you can shape how planning is done, influence senior decision-making and build a capable, confident team.
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 Annette for a confidential chat on 0402 064 672 and quote 'Planning Manager'.
Must have permanent and unrestricted working rights in Australia to be considered.
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