Merchandise Planner

Up to 50% off new season Seed Heritage product
- Supportive team culture and environment
- Perm; Full Time Opportunity to work for an iconic Australian retailer

We are seeking a skilled **Merchandise Planner** to drive the financial performance of designated merchandise departments across all regions for Seed Heritage.

This role will focus on optimising sales and profit while managing stock levels, markdowns, and inventory to support company growth and profitability.

**THE ROLE**:

- Maximise sales and profit for assigned departments through seasonal plans for sales, stock, markdowns, and GP.
- Conduct in-season performance reviews and recommend re-plans to enhance profitability.
- Develop and maintain item plans for key products and manage optimal inventory levels.
- Prepare post-seasonal analyses and monthly option plans with buy quantities.
- Analyse store grading and optimise allocations based on sales performance and demographics.
- Collaborate with buyers on size, color, and product analysis, updating OTB as necessary.
- Manage aged stock and clearance inventory, preparing markdown summaries.
- Present performance insights and recommendations at weekly trading meetings.
- On-site role 5-days per week, based in our St Kilda Road offices.

**THE IDEAL CANDIDATE**:

- 3-5 years in merchandise planning or related retail experience, preferably in fashion.
- Proven track record in managing financial performance and inventory optimisation.
- Strong background in data analysis and post-seasonal performance reviews.
- A bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Retail Management, or related field.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with retail planning software preferred.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Leadership experience in team development and mentorship.
- High attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
- Adaptability in a fast-paced retail environment.

**WHY JOIN THE SEED HERITAGE TEAM?**
- Up to 50% off new season Seed Heritage product
- Generous discounts across all Brandbank Group Brands including Unison, allkinds, Commonry, kikki.K & FINE-DAY.
- Supportive team culture and environment
- Opportunity to work for an iconic Australian retailer
- Employee Referral Program - be rewarded for referring great new people to our team
- Health and Wellness initiatives with access to Employee Assistance Program.

At Seed Heritage, we elevate the everyday. Our collections centre on beautiful design and a modern, Australian point of view.

The Seed Heritage lifestyle is about family, friends, and moments together. Since 2000, our range has expanded to include womenswear, menswear, teen, child, baby and homewares. With more than 200 stores across Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and Singapore, we now reach a global audience, and our online store ships worldwide.

Across our offering, we focus on quality and a timeless appeal. Seed pieces are made to see you through the seasons, and to last for years. Seed Heritage gives a modern take on the classics, set to inspire and to fit into your life at every stage. We’d love for you to join us.

**ABOUT BRANDBANK GROUP**:
Brandbank was founded on bold creative thinking. We exist to ensure that the entire experience of a brand is brilliantly designed and beautifully connected, and the customer is at the heart of everything we do. Our growing business is built on a house of carefully curated brands, each chosen for a specific reason to deliver rich connections to our customers. Brandbank Group consists of Seed Heritage, Unison, allkinds, Commonry, kikki.K & FINE-DAY.