At ASICS we pride ourselves on creating exceptional customer experiences and representing a high-performance culture. We are focused on accountability, fairness and celebrating the intrinsic feeling of personal success.
Key Responsibilities
* Integrate global seasonal footwear strategies into regional business plans.
* Manage merchandising plans to all internal stakeholders and work with the sales and planning teams to ensure sustainable growth through all channels.
* Partner with the regional marketing team to align on consumer communications and consumer experience.
* Manage seasonal sample ordering plans.
* Lead the regional pricing and gross margin sign off process, with prices loaded in C8 prior to sell in.
* Analyse past sales figures/trends to anticipate future product trends and needs to shape ranges accordingly.
* Develop seasonal feedback and insights on the regional business and the regional point of view when completing seasonal briefing & feedback documents for seasonal Global Design Kick Off.
* Research consumer markets, monitor trends and identify areas of opportunity.
What We Offer
* A permanent opportunity with a market leading global brand.
* Salary + bonuses + 17.5% annual leave loading + paid parental leave.
* Flexible hybrid work options using a 'moments that matter' way of working.
* Convenient Marsden Park location in a new head office facility, closely connected to the M7, with ample free parking.
* Free onsite gym and personal training sessions.
* Onsite Physio services available.
* Generous staff discount – up to 25% off wholesale.
* A learning & development culture with personal access to LinkedIn Learning, 'move your mind' learning sessions, study leave and targeted role specific training.
* A collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team culture with career growth opportunities – We love promoting from within.
* Opportunities to give back through community and team events.
Qualifications:
* 5+ Years of Merchandising experience in a similar role with extensive cross-functional understanding & knowledge.
* Experience working for a Global Company is desirable.
* Passionate about Sports and Sports fashion.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong work ethics, positive attitude and leadership qualities with the ability to handle multiple tasks and set priorities.
* Proven ability to manage and influence key stakeholders through strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Graphic design skills desirable but not essential.
* Overseas, regional and interstate travel (when required).
At ASICS, we work together as one team to bring a performance mindset to life every day. Are you ready to pursue your career goals?