About SportsgirlProudly Melbourne-born, the Sportsgirl brand and our iconic bold stripes have been part of contemporary Australian fashion culture since 1948.
We've created a vibrant community where creativity and self-expression thrive, and as a business, we are committed to providing inclusive fashion for all Australians.As part of The Sussan Group, we're proud to be a Certified B Corporation.
This certification independently verifies that The Sussan Group meets high standards of performance, accountability, and transparency.
Our commitment to sustainability and social impact benefits everyone—from our team to our customers, and our suppliers.As a business, we're committed to creating meaningful change, in measurable and transparent ways.
By listening to and representing our community, we believe in the power of positivity, hope and kindness to create positive change in the world.
The Sportsgirl team is here to champion our vibrant community called Generation Sportsgirl, every step of the way.Our OpportunityOur Assistant Planner will be supporting the buying and planning process by ensuring efficient actioning of all order, communication with supply base, delivery centre and stores with appropriate allocations of all merchandise.
Working in conjunction with the Planner, you will be working closely with the Buyer to plan product flows that will enable the department to achieve set sales plans.Based in our Cremorne head office, this is a great opportunity to continue to build your fashion planning career within an iconic Australian brand.
Your previous experience monitoring and reviewing allocations for stores, plan buying, price and shipment management across apparel categories will support your success in this role.Bringing your love of fashion to work every day, you will be working with a like-minded, supportive team who each have a passion for fashion.
Utilising your strong analytical and numeracy skills, high attention to detail and accuracy and your love of data and problem solving, you will play an important role within our team and brand in driving business success.Your day-to-day will include:Work with Planner on SWOT analysis and commentary, presenting to Planner and BuyerAssist Planner in building and maintaining Assortment Plans and Buy PlansMonitor store sales performance and review RFC stock with Planner & Merchandise AllocatorCommunicate with DC on despatch priorities in weekly despatch meetingProcess order managementPrice Markdowns and review further markdownsLeading Allocator with Distribution DC forecast and container managementAttend and present distribution plans at weekly meetingsPrepare and generate both structured and ad-hoc reports for Planner and BuyersAlways being an ambassador for the Sportsgirl brand and maintaining effective relationships internally and externallyTo be successful in this role, you must have:Fashion/Design/Merchandising diploma or Business/Commerce degree idealPrevious experience in a similar role within Planning team fashion retail (apparel) idealStrong attention to detail and accuracy, numerical skillsCompetent with MS suite, specifically MS Excel and WordStrong administration skillsSelf-motivated and results-drivenWhy work for Sportsgirl?
Here's why you should choose a career at Sportsgirl:Join a Certified B Corporation and become a member of a dynamic and purpose-driven company.Opportunities for all team members to be involved in our impact initiatives, including Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
Participate in our long-standing community partnership program with the National Youth Mental Health Foundation, headspace.Join a supportive team that values creativity, diversity and growth.We also offer some amazing perks, including:Free onsite parkingGenerous team member product discountDiscounted private health insuranceGreat team member referral bonusFlexible working arrangementsCareer development opportunitiesIf this opportunity aligns with your skills and aspirations, we would love to connect with you.The Sussan Group is committed to supporting an inclusive recruitment process ensuring a fair recruitment experience.
We celebrate diversity and advocate inclusion and are committed to building and fostering a diverse and accessible workplace and culture.Please advise us if you need any necessary access requirements or adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
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📌 Assistant Planner
🏢 Sportsgirl
📍 Melbourne