Merchandise Planner

Overview

Job no: 943911 • Work type: Permanent / Full time • Location: Support Office - Docklands

Myer is looking for a Merchandise Planner (known in our organisation as an Analysis & Planning Manager) to oversee our Beauty business. In this role, you will develop and deliver a compelling and profitable customer offer that drives the Myer Merchandise strategy, analyse business trends and performance to optimise inventory and sales profit outcomes, and support the Merchandise Planning Manager and Planning team. You will be accountable for the end-to-end management of the category, including financial performance.

About the Role

- Coordinate and present the MMR (monthly merchandise and financial review) at an executive level, providing leadership and guidance to teams.
- Planning and analysis including in-season and post-season on supplier delivery performance and stock health; in-season reporting and analysis for the business on service levels.
- Provide accurate forecasting on key financial metrics and communicate risks based on sales trends, marketing and product performance.
- Accountability for trading the category and taking appropriate tactical activity related to sales, profit, stock to drive business outcomes in conjunction with the buying team.
- Collaborate with Buyer to build and deliver a customer-focused range and deliver on key metrics such as Sales, GP and option productivity.
- Oversee Allocation Analysts with regard to product performance, including allocation and ordering, item planning, allocation of advertised merchandise, inventory levels and stock turn, supplier delivery performance (in collaboration with Buyers).
- Profitable management of the buyership (Sales; Profit; OTB; Stock).
- Work closely with the retail team to manage productivity based on space and customer demographic.

About You

- Strong experience in planning roles or retail equivalent.
- Bachelor degree/diploma in Fashion Merchandise Management, Commerce, Marketing, Retail Management, Business Management, Economics or Commerce is preferable but not essential.
- Intermediate technology/computer skills, and Excel proficiency.
- Sound retail, financial and business acumen, with thorough understanding of key financial metrics.
- Detail oriented, with ability to lead and influence leaders.
- Strong financial and analytical skills.
- Experience in planning systems is a bonus.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage small/medium sized teams is a bonus.

Benefits to you

- Generous team member discounts on all Myer products, including team-member exclusive discounts.
- Access to lifestyle leave and volunteer leave – arrange work around your life, not life around work.
- A supportive leadership and team network to set you up for success.
- Career growth and succession opportunities across the business.

Additional information

From humble beginnings in downtown Bendigo to supporting Australian communities far and wide, Myer has always been a special place, transcending beyond just a place to work. Myer is a place for finding life-long friendships, a safe space with a big heart. You’re encouraged to be yourself, share your ideas and are entrusted to deliver your very best. Some might even say it feels like being “right at home”. Here, you’re not only an employee. You’re a valued Team Member with real dreams that we want to help you pursue. Myer offers balance and flexible options to help you thrive.

Aust. Working Rights: To be eligible to apply for this job, you must have Australian working rights. For further information contact the Australian Department of Immigration.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We pride ourselves on the diversity of the people who work at Myer, representing the community in which we serve.

Agency note: Myer Pty Ltd does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers. Any candidates submitted in an unsolicited manner will be considered a direct candidate application to Myer and no fee will be payable.

#J-18808-Ljbffr