Purpose
This position will use Planning tools and ERP to project future sales, identifying opportunity and risk at category level and recommending actions in season to trade the business.
Key Accountabilities
* Establish budgets in conjunction with Head of Planning and Buying teams for sales, markdowns, purchases, stock levels, stock turn, margin % and margin dollars for product categories.
* Ensure Merchandise Plans (WSSIs) are updated weekly with clear and accurate visibility of future sales and stock projections.
* In season trading, review and recommend forward forecasts on sales, markdowns, stock, stock turn, margin, purchases and gross profit.
* Ensure availability of key core lines item planning tracking tools and working with the product team to ensure on time delivery of goods.
* Attend the weekly trading meetings, provide analysis and recommendations to achieve Sales, GP & Stock target as required.
* Develop seasonal option plans in conjunction with the HOP and HOPDS to ensure that we have the correct balance of options in the range by grade, channel and price point.
* Set up the category gridding and store cluster strategies for all stores.
* Ensure that initial allocations and replenishment are managed each week to meet potential sales.
* Leadership role within the Planning team to help to ensure consistency in processes across all departments.
* Manage Planners/Junior Planners, providing guidance and training where required with a goal of upskilling team.
Key Capabilities
* An analytical mindset with a strong understanding of the merchandise planning function
* Advanced excel skills and an ability to use planning systems effectively
* Strong commercial and retail knowledge
* Clear communication skills
* Strict attention to detail and accuracy
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* The ability to meet and work to critical deadlines.
Why work for CRG?
The Country Road Group is one of Australasia's largest Lifestyle Brand Houses comprising of iconic brands such as Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery and MIMCO. Here are some of the great things we offer:
* Generous employee discounts across our House of Brands
* Seasonal clothing allowance
* An additional day of leave for your birthday
* An Industry leading Parental Leave Program
* Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance
* Annual learning calendar to support the ongoing development of our team
* Support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility Program
* We are committed to operating ethically, sustainably, and responsibly.
About Country Road
As Australia's favourite lifestyle brand, beloved around the world, we deliver timeless Australian style that is designed for life and made to last.