Junior Planner

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia kikki.K Full time

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Planner to join a dynamic team at kikki.K. You will play a critical role in supporting the financial performance of the brand by developing and managing assortment plans, optimising inventory, and driving sales and profit across all channels.

WHY JOIN THE KIKKI.K TEAM?

  • As we enter the new era of kikki.K, there's never been a better time to join the team and make your mark.
  • Career Development - We're here to support your career goals, of which there are many as we expand with new product offering.
  • Supportive Culture - You'll be joining a bold and creative team where you will be encouraged to express your individuality and your personal sense of style.
  • Up to 40% off the kikki.K product range and generous discounts across all Brandbank Group brands.
  • Employee Referral Program - be rewarded for referring like-minded new people to our team
  • Health and Wellness initiatives with access to Employee Assistance Program
  • Brandbank Day - An additional day's leave to use however you like - whether it's for life admin, cultural celebrations, or simply recharging.
  • You & Your Mate - Yes, we mean your dog Bring your furry friend to work and make your day that little bit brighter.
  • Sample Sales - Exclusive access to product samples at great prices - a fun and exciting benefit for anyone who loves our brands.
  • Pantry Perks - Free breakfast and snacks available on-site for a quick pick-me-up.
  • End-of-Trip Facilities - Including bike stands, showers, towel service, and ironing boards for those commuting in active ways.

ABOUT THE ROLE:
  • Maximise the sales and profit potential of assigned departments through detailed seasonal plans for sales, stock, open-to-buy (OTB), markdowns, stock turns, and gross profit (GP).
  • Monitor and analyse current performance, recommending re-plans to optimise future sales and profit performance.
  • Prepare and present post-seasonal analysis, identifying successes and opportunities for future planning.
  • Manage store gridding for allocations, factoring in sales performance, store capacity, and demographics.
  • Oversee stock allocations and replenishments to ensure timely and effective distribution.
  • Manage markdown processes, including loading promotions, preparing markdown style summaries, and aligning with the Merchandise Planner and Planning Manager on spend.
  • Continuously enhance reporting, option/range planning, and allocation/replenishment processes for improved decision-making and financial outcomes.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
  • 3+ years of experience as an Allocator or Planning Assistant in a related field.
  • Experience in homewares, hardgoods, home textiles, or gift products is highly regarded.
  • Tertiary qualification or equivalent in Business, Commerce, or Retail Management (preferred).
  • Strong planning and organisational skills with a high level of commercial acumen.
  • Results-focused with a proven ability to identify and maximise business opportunities.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with merchandise planning systems is an advantage.
  • Strong understanding of category and product-specific buying behaviours.
  • A collaborative team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

GO PLACES WITH KIKKI.K

The world has evolved, and so has kikki.K.

We've been passionate about organisation for decades, and have recently shifted the dial include fashionable, functional lifestyle essentials to ensure we're equipped to navigate our lives in style.

If you've not seen the new kikki.K, take a look.

While kikki.K maintains its decades-long reputation as the stationery go-to destination, join us on this evolving journey and be part of what kikki.K is about to become - one of Australia's greatest lifestyle brands.

kikki.k K is on the move, don't miss the ride. Navigate your life (and career) in style. APPLY NOW

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About Brandbank Group

Brandbank was founded on bold creative thinking. We exist to ensure that the entire experience of a brand is brilliantly designed and beautifully connected, and the customer is at the heart of everything we do. Our growing business is built on a house of carefully curated brands, each chosen for a specific reason to deliver rich connections to our customers. Brandbank Group consists of Seed Heritage, Unison, Allkinds, Commonry, kikki.K & FINE-DAY.

Please note: Brandbank Group is not currently seeking support from recruitment agencies for this role and will not accept any unsolicited candidate profiles or associated fees. We encourage interested applicants to apply directly if they would like to be considered for this opportunity.
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