Dynamic Planning Opportunity
We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to join our planning team and contribute to the financial performance of our brand.
* You will play a critical role in supporting the financial performance by developing and managing assortment plans, optimising inventory, and driving sales and profit across all channels.
About the Role:
* Maximise the sales and profit potential of assigned departments through detailed seasonal plans for sales, stock, open-to-buy (OTB), markdowns, stock turns, and gross profit (GP).
* Monitor and analyse current performance, recommending re-plans to optimise future sales and profit performance.
* Prepare and present post-seasonal analysis, identifying successes and opportunities for future planning.
* Manage store gridding for allocations, factoring in sales performance, store capacity, and demographics.
* Oversee stock allocations and replenishments to ensure timely and effective distribution.
* Manage markdown processes, including loading promotions, preparing markdown style summaries, and aligning with the Merchandise Planner and Planning Manager on spend.
* Continuously enhance reporting, option/range planning, and allocation/replenishment processes for improved decision-making and financial outcomes.
Requirements:
* 3+ years of experience as an Allocator or Planning Assistant in a related field.
* Experience in homewares, hardgoods, home textiles, or gift products is highly regarded.
* Tertiary qualification or equivalent in Business, Commerce, or Retail Management (preferred).
* Strong planning and organisational skills with a high level of commercial acumen.
* Results-focused with a proven ability to identify and maximise business opportunities.
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with merchandise planning systems is an advantage.
* Strong understanding of category and product-specific buying behaviours.
* A collaborative team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving.