Planner Retail

Talent Acquisition Leader | Retail, Digital, Tech & Finance | Human Resources Generalist

An iconic Australian owned and operated global retail business is looking for a talented Planner to join our Merchandise planning team and help us inspire millions of Australians to "Play More, Pay Less."

As our Merchandise Planner, you'll be at the heart of our strategy, reporting to the Planning Manager. You'll lead your team to optimize inventory, maximize sales, and drive profitability for your category.

• Plan and Forecast: Develop and maintain merchandise plans, budgets, and forecasts.
• Optimize Performance: Manage product lifecycles, markdowns, and stock flow with our Buying and Supply Chain teams.
• Analyse & Strategize: Dive into sales, margin, and inventory data to provide actionable insights and drive business decisions.
• Collaborate: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Buying, Supply Chain, and senior leadership, to ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time.
• Lead & Mentor: Coach and develop your team to achieve business goals and align with best practices.

You're an experienced Merchandise Planner with 4+ years of retail experience and a proven track record of delivering key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sales, margin, GMROI, and stock turn.

• Analytical Powerhouse: You possess advanced Microsoft Excel skills and are adept at generating actionable insights from data.
• Inventory Expert: You have a strong understanding of end-to-end inventory management, forecasting, and replenishment.
• Proven Leader: Your experience includes demonstrated leadership and coaching abilities.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive on cross-functional collaboration and have excellent communication skills.
• ERP Savvy: Experience with ERP systems is required and prior experience in the outdoor or camping category is a bonus.

We offer a career, not just a job. As part of the Spotlight Retail Group, we provide a supportive and vibrant culture that values initiative and creativity.

• Rewarding Package: A competitive salary, superannuation, and a profit-share program that rewards your contribution to our success.
• Real Flexibility: Enjoy the benefits of our hybrid work model.
• Growth Opportunities: Unlock opportunities for rapid career progression within our global retail organization.
• Awesome Perks: Get generous team member discounts across all our brands (Anaconda, Spotlight, Harris Scarfe, and Mountain Designs), plus access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and gym discounts.
• Centrally Located: Our modern office is a short walk from the iconic South Melbourne Market.

Anaconda has come a long way from our first ever store in Bayswater Victoria, back in 2004. We have grown rapidly and now have 90 stores across Australia, with further growth planned. Our vision - to be the first choice, one stop outdoor adventure retailer. Our mission - to inspire, equip and enable all Australians with the best value and broadest range of outdoor adventure products. We want everybody to Play More, whilst helping them Pay Less.

We are part of the iconic Spotlight Retail Group, an Australian owned and operated global retail organisation that includes some of Australia's most successful retailers - encompassing the Spotlight, Harris Scarfe, Mountain Designs & Anaconda brands.

If you love the outdoors and adventure and are excited to be part of a dedicated team in a centrally located office near South Melbourne Market, we encourage you to apply

If you're ready to make a significant impact and help millions of Australians get outdoors, apply now and become a part of the Anaconda family

Unrestricted working rights in Australia are required.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Analyst, Strategy/Planning, and Management
• Industries: Retail and Retail

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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