Head of Merchandise Planning

3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Https:www.energyjobline.comsitemap Full time
Job Title: Head of Merchandise Planning

Country Road Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Merchandise Planning to join our team. As a key member of our planning function, you will be responsible for overseeing the trading and planning activities of our brand business, ensuring alignment with our overall business vision and strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement merchandise planning strategies to achieve financial targets, manage stock, set budget proposals, and oversee the buy and OTB processes.
  • Drive initiatives to maximize margin opportunity and reduce markdown/clearance against agreed targets.
  • Work with Buyer to agree topline KPIs for yearly budget, including recommendation of strategy and opportunities.
  • Manage monthly forecast reviews by channel by division of sale and inventory, providing accurate margin and P&L scenarios for the season.
  • Work with Buyers to develop divisional/channel budgets.
  • Manage financial performance through sales, gross profit, and stock management, including allocations, to ensure KPIs are met, and risks are managed.
  • Course-correct plans and inventory orders as needed with recommendations on seasonal assortment line-plan.
  • Build merchandise plans and drive the management of core in line with trade and range architecture strategy.
  • Govern OTB; monitor POs and ensure proper inventory investment & allocation to maintain budget to OTB.
  • Work with the Head of Retail to drive sales performance in stores and manage store gridding and profiling with the planning team, in conjunction with our retail teams.
  • Take full responsibility for the outcomes of the merchandise planning function, ensuring it aligns with the broader business strategy and delivers on key objectives.
  • Provide line management and leadership to the merchandise planning team, overseeing performance, development, and resource allocation to achieve departmental goals.
  • Embrace uncertainty and change while facilitating and enabling strategic change with clarity, empathy, and optimism.
  • Collaborate across the group, building team cohesion and connection, to inspire and bring our House of Brands strategy to life.
  • Create & foster an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive and feel included, respected, and safe.
  • Set clear expectations of behaviour and hold self and others accountable.
  • Role-model learning & development and empower others to change, grow, and incorporate new experiences.
  • Build internal talent bench.

Requirements:

  • A degree in a relevant field such as Business, Merchandising, Retail Management, Supply Chain Management, or relevant industry experience.
  • 7-10 years of experience in Merchandise Planning with experience in the luxury, accessible luxury/premium sector of the fashion industry.
  • Proven track record in merchandise management in a similar sized organisation.
  • Strong commercial acumen with instinctive trading skills to drive business outcomes.
  • Excellent organisational skills with a strong focus on meeting deadlines and managing multiple priorities.
  • Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, analyse data, and implement practical solutions.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels.

About Country Road Group:

Country Road Group is one of Australasia's largest Lifestyle Brand Houses comprising of iconic brands such as Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery, and MIMCO. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

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