About Rip Curl
Founded in Torquay in 1969, Rip Curl is The Ultimate Surfing Company, born from a relentless pursuit for waves, adventure, and freedom, called 'The Search'. Today, The Search continues to inspire all that we do, from the products we make, the events we run, the athletes we support, and the values we strive to uphold. Built by surfers, for surfers, Rip Curl is a global company that has been leading the surf industry for over 50 years. As a certified B Corp, we aim to prioritise people and planet in everything we do. The Search is calling... apply today and become part of The Ultimate Surfing company.
About the Role
Based at our Rip Curl HQ in Torquay we're on the search for a Merchandise Planner. In this role you'll drive sales, margin and inventory outcomes by analysing trends, forecasting demand and building strategic merchandise plans. You'll work closely with Buying, Retail and Product teams to ensure the right product lands in the right places, at the right time, supporting Rip Curl's retail and wholesale business.
What You'll Do
* Build seasonal range plans, analyse performance and identify growth opportunities.
* Manage budgets, forecasts and OTB, ensuring inventory levels meet targets.
* Create buy plans, monitor stock health and recommend actions to protect sales and margin.
* Work with key teams across Buying, VM, Warehouse and Product to support stock flow and trade.
* Participate in trade meetings, report on performance and optimise promotional activity.
What We're Looking For
* 5+ years' experience in merchandise planning (retail or wholesale).
* Strong analytical, financial and forecasting skills.
* Advanced Excel and confidence using planning systems.
* Highly organised, proactive and comfortable working independently and in a team.
* A genuine interest in (or openness to learning about) surf culture.
Why Rip Curl?
At Rip Curl, we're more than a brand, we're a global community bound by creativity, adventure and a shared love for the ocean. As part of the KMD Brands family, you'll also be contributing to a group committed to people, planet and purpose through B Corp values, sustainability and positive social impact.
You'll also play an active part in fostering a safe, inclusive and healthy workplace where everyone feels they belong.
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at KMD Brands
At KMD Brands, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves.
We celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our people — across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and physical and mental ability. We know that when our team reflects the communities we serve, we create better outcomes for everyone.
We proudly acknowledge and pay respect to Tangata Whenua, the Indigenous Nations, First Peoples, and Custodians of the lands and waterways on which our brand head offices reside in Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia and the United States. Their enduring connection to land, waters, and culture continues to inspire and guide us.
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