Merchandise Planner Position
ECCO Shoes Pacific is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Merchandise Planner to join our Support Centre at Norwest Business Park. As the key player in planning and managing merchandise for ECCO across Australia & New Zealand, you will play a crucial role in driving business success.
About the Role:
* Oversee allocation and create robust category plans across all key business metrics.
* Actively participate in the ranging process.
* Manage retail inventory position/stock flow to achieve optimum balance, maximise stock turn and sell through, and minimise product markdown and aged inventory.
* Apply 'just in time' approach to coordinate delivery flow of stock into our 32 stores.
* Support the Merchandise Team in managing annual brand sales and inventory budgets by category, accounting for calculated reforecasts, risks, opportunities and corrective actions.
* Varying reporting and analysis of trade and inventory performance and productivity.
* Communicating with stakeholders on delays and impacts on stock or deadlines.
* Maintaining meticulous records.
* Working closely with Merchandising, Sales Channels, Logistics and Asia Pacific stakeholders.
Requirements:
* Prior experience in a similar role.
* Sales analysis and forecasting ability.
* Excel – intermediate to advanced level.
* SAP experience or similar.
* A highly proactive and collaborative approach to your work.
* Well organised with excellent planning skills.
* Strong attention to detail with attention to high quality.
* Excellent numeracy and communication skills.
* Be innovative, ask questions and be assertive where needed.
* Quick learner.
Benefits:
* Flexibility and work/life balance with hybrid working options.
* Training and career progression opportunities.
* Pride in working for a globally successful, diverse & environmentally conscious employer.
* ECCO provides a progressive working environment for those who are seeking a career in retail, with a culture of ownership at all levels where everyone has a voice and makes an impact.
* Convenient location, close to the Metro station and free parking.
* Generous staff discounts on ECCO product.