Vine Apparel is a fast-growing eCommerce and retail brand based on Sydney's Northern Beaches, with a loyal customer base and strong ties to the local community. We're known for creating effortless, affordable fashion that makes customers feel good, every day.
Based at our Head Office in Cromer, we're looking for a Merchandise Planner to join our team. In this role, you'll play a key part in driving sales and profitability by supporting and executing merchandise strategies across the business. Working closely with Buying, Marketing and Retail, you'll use data and insights to ensure our merchandise plans align with commercial objectives and customer demand.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage merchandise plans and forecasting models using sales data and market trends
Build and maintain assortments that drive sales while meeting inventory and margin targets
Partner with Buyers to optimise inventory levels and ensure strong product availability across eCommerce and retail
Analyse sales performance, stock levels and historical data to forecast demand and guide replenishment strategies
Monitor key performance metrics including sell-through, inventory turn and gross margin
Identify opportunities to improve category performance and profitability
Manage product performance, restocks, markdowns, merchandising reports and promotional calendars
Produce and distribute retail merchandising reports, providing clear insights into store performance, stock health and opportunities
Deliver daily, weekly and monthly performance reporting to Buying, Marketing and Retail teams
About You
Minimum 3 years' experience in merchandise planning, forecasting or inventory management within a retail environment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into clear, commercial decisions
Confident communicator who works effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Advanced Excel skills and experience using merchandising or planning systems
Why Work at Vine Apparel?
We value our people and offer a supportive, high-performing team environment, including:
Free onsite parking
Team member product discounts
Access to our Employee Assistance Program
Employee benefit partnerships
Career development opportunities
A positive, inclusive team culture