Merchandise Strategist

4 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Sussan Full time

We're seeking a Merchandise Planner to join our collaborative Planning team, based in our Cremorne head office. As a commercially-minded and driven individual, you will play a vital role in the team, enabling the department and your category to achieve set sales plans and overall gross profit.


This role involves working closely with Buying to develop detailed buying plans, reviewing range to ensure brand strategies and financial goals are being met, and overseeing the planning and re-forecasting of key items and volume lines.


Key responsibilities include:



  • Work collaboratively with Buying to develop detailed buying plans and growth strategies
  • Review range to ensure brand strategies and financial goals are being met
  • Oversee the planning and re-forecasting of key items and volume lines
  • Manage OTB, continually identify & develop opportunities for achieving financial objectives
  • Review store sales and allocations with Planning Assistants
  • Liaise with internal & external teams as required

Requirements include:



  • Fashion or relevant tertiary qualifications desirable
  • Allocation experience within retail - Apparel ideal
  • Advanced MS Excel skills
  • Demonstrated experience in reporting and analysis
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong relationship building and stakeholder management capability

Why work for Sussan?


We believe in creating a supportive and nurturing workplace that puts women and their needs first. Our team members are passionate about fashion, and we are committed to fostering an environment where our team can thrive.


We offer:



  • Free onsite parking
  • Generous team member product discount
  • Discounted private health insurance
  • Great team referral bonus
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Career development opportunities


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