Merchandise Planner

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter

What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team:
- Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few- Free standard OnePass membership- Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave- 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender- Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities- We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build

About the role:
A true partner within the Merchandise Team, the Merchandise Planner is responsible for analysing and communicating trading performance, developing category strategic initiatives. Through thorough analysis, you will collaboratively manage inventory health, managing the product lifecycle through the effective review of the merchandise assortment, promotional program and deleted inventory sell through.

The Merchandise Planner leads the monthly forecasting and budget process, communicating plans which take into account current performance and recommended actions to drive performance.

What's involved:
- Analyse & communicate actionable insights on trading performance to develop strategies and in-season tactical activity to drive financial performance- Collaboratively managing and understanding inventory health, including supplier performance, allocation recommendations to optimise return.- Collaborating on strategic initiatives, reviewing previous years' performance, and preparing a forward financial plan, including the budget.- Management of deleted and promotional stock, lifecycle performance, and promo results to make recommendations and take action.- Building strong relationships with business partners and stakeholders- Partner the buying team on range reviews & merchandise concept trails to deliver widest range & best experience for our customer- Communicating results, actions, and impacts to leaders, and driving the financial formal monthly reporting process.- Conducting range analysis, reviewing assortment performance, determining the best use of space and optimizing clearance outcomes.

Who we're looking for:
You will have the ability to engage, liaise and work cross functionally with stakeholders to ensure that business and merchandise strategies are achieved.

You’ll need:
- Tertiary qualification in finance, economics, commerce is preferred- Proven merchandise planning experience or have worked within a similar role, ideally with a large retailer- A collaborative team orientated approach- Strong financial acumen with highly developed numeracy and analytical skills- Accountability in seasonal planning, budgeting and category management- Microsoft Suite experience, advanced Excel and data analytics capabilities (Power BI experience favourable)- High attention to detail with the ability to priorities and meet deadlines- Experience with IBM TM1 COGNOS _(advantageous)_

You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.

Bunnings strives to ensure everyone is treated fairly and our team are committed to supporting you at any stage of your recruitment journey. Be sure to let us know if you require an adjustment and we can provide the most appropriate support for you. Contact us at

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About Us

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We’re a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.