Planning Assistant

CBD, Melbourne - CBD & Inner Suburbs, VIC, Australia, 3000
- Full time

**About Sussan**
- For more than 80 years, Sussan has been celebrating the spirit of Australian women, curating elegant, contemporary pieces that they love to wear, whether at work or play.
- At Sussan, we strive to balance fashion with responsibility, always aiming to improve and find better ways to create the clothes that Australian women love. As part of The Sussan Group, we're proud to be a Certified B Corporation. This certification independently verifies that the Sussan Group meets high standards of performance, accountability, and transparency.
- This shows that we are a category leader, with a future focus and we’re passionate about bringing our team with us on the journey. Together, we’re committed to the change that women want to see.

**Our Opportunity**
- We have a great opportunity within our Planning team, based in our Cremorne head office. This entry role is a step towards growing your career within the fashion industry while building on your current administration and customer service skill set.
- Reporting to the Planner, you will be working very closely with the team to assist in the planning and buying process ensuring efficient follow through of all orders, communication with supply base, delivery centre and stores with the appropriate allocation of all product and merchandise.

Utilising your strong administrative and organisational skills as well as high attention to detail and accuracy, your love of fashion coupled with your great attitude and hands-on approach will support your success in this role.

**Key responsibilities will include**:

- Monitoring and reviewing product allocations to stores
- Managing and preparing reports
- Monitoring and reviewing allocations of product to stores
- General administration including raising purchase orders
- Liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders and suppliers

**To be successful in this role, you must have**:
- Fashion or relevant tertiary qualifications desirable
- Competent with MS suite, specifically MS Excel and Word- Strong administration skills- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High attention to detail and time management skills- Strong relationship building 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. Here’s why you should choose a career at Sussan:

- Join a Certified B Corporation and become a team member of a vibrant, purpose-driven workplace that values both innovation and impact.
- Opportunities for all team members to be involved in our impact initiatives, including our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
- Participate in our long-standing community partnership program with Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA)
- Join a supportive team that values creativity, diversity, growth, and, most importantly, future thinking.

**We also offer some amazing benefits, including**:

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

If you’re ready to contribute to the change women want to see, consider a career with Sussan.

The Sussan Group is committed to supporting an inclusive recruitment process ensuring a fair recruitment experience. We celebrate diversity and advocate inclusion and are committed to building and fostering a diverse and accessible workplace and culture.

Please advise us if you need any necessary access requirements or adjustments throughout the recruitment process.