Merchandise Planner

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At Fantastic Furniture, we believe that people are our superpower. As a leading Australian furniture retailer, we're committed to creating an engaging and supportive work environment that drives our success. When you join us, you are joining a fun (yes, be prepared for a dress up or two), authentic and passionate team that are committed to being learners, collaborators and change makers.

We are currently seeking a dynamic and proactive **Merchandise Planner** to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our product offerings This is a 12-month fixed-term contract.

**The Role**

As a Merchandise Planner, you will play a crucial role in developing and executing strategic merchandise plans that align with our business goals. You will analyze sales trends, forecast inventory needs, and collaborate closely with various departments to maximize profitability and ensure optimal product availability. Your insights will directly influence our product lifecycle and drive overall business growth.

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Strategic Planning**: Collaborate with the Merch Planning Lead and Buyer to link financial objectives with product strategies. Prepare actionable insights based on historical performance and category strategies.
- **Forecasting & Inventory Management**: Maintain accurate sales forecasts and ensure optimal in-stock positions while managing inventory effectively across all stages of the product lifecycle and in alignment with OTB and inventory targets.
- **Collaboration & Relationships**: Foster strong relationships with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration to achieve common goals.
- **Operational Excellence**: Utilize data to refine merchandise plans, maintain data accuracy, PO creation and management and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

**What We're Looking For**
- **Experience**: 6+ years in a Merchandise Planning role, preferably in an omni-channel, big-box retail environment (experience in furniture or homewares is a plus). _Experience is required so that you can hit the ground running in this dynamic role._
- **Skills**: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a strong understanding of retail mathematics and ERP systems and purchase order management. Strong understanding of merchandise financial planning and inventory planning.
- **Qualities**: A detail-oriented problem solver with excellent communication skills, resilience, and a collaborative spirit. Someone who is curious, analytical and process-oriented. A multi-tasker who things several moves ahead and who is not afraid to chase suppliers and keep everyone on track

Why it's fantastic to join us
- **Welcoming teams**: We work together to make a positive difference in our customer's lives at home. You'll be part of an inclusive, fun and supportive team culture.
- **Stay safe and healthy**: Your well-being matters to us. We offer a range of health and wellness programs to help you stay at your best, both physically and mentally, including discounts on health insurances.
- **Our products in your home**: Enjoy exclusive discounts on our Fantastic Furniture products. We believe in sharing the perks with our team and making your home even more fabulous.
- **Blend work and life**: We work with our teams to make sure we can both support them, as well as offer the opportunity to stay connected to their teams.
- **Building Careers**: We're committed to your growth. Career opportunities can lead you into leadership roles or you can build your skills across departments.
- **Free onsite parking**: We have loads of free parking available.
- **Snacks**:Who doesn't love a great choice of healthy snacks to munch on - our support office kitchen is always buzzing and well - stocked

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented individual with a passion for planning and product management and growing your career in the wonderful world of retail, we'd love to hear from you
- Fantastic Furniture is a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer - that means, we commit to responding to every applicant. We look forward to hearing from you_
- Fantastic Furniture is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees._