Demand & Merchandise Inventory Planner

2 days ago

Richmond, Australia Australia Post Full time

**Help us deliver like never before**
Australia Post is delivering like never before. From the vehicles that we drive, to the small businesses that make our communities thrive. We’re delivering for the environment, for our communities, for our customers and for our people. We’re moving forward and we want you to come along for the ride.

**About the opportunity**

We have a 15-month, full-time fixed term opportunity for an experienced **Demand & Merchandise Inventory Planner** to join our team. As part of this role, you will oversee the entire demand and inventory planning process for the Philatelic and General Postage categories, focusing on driving sales, optimising inventory and enhancing capital outcomes through effective product lifecycle management, all while ensuring consistent service levels.

This is a pivotal role in orchestrating an efficient inventory management system to drive sales and optimise resources.

**What you’ll deliver with us**

Supporting our corporate, online and licensed networks, you will manage inventory holding and carrying costs, unit level planning, and maintain stock levels in distribution centres. Using grading and segmentation techniques, as Planner you will ensure efficient inventory levels and high in-stock rates. This is an inherently cross-functional position, requiring robust engagement with various stakeholders across the organisation.

**You’ll also**
- Provide a forecast unit inventory plan based on a demand forecast to support efficiency in the supply chain
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of finished inventories ($8m+) and manage the end-to-end lifecycle of physical inventories including all obsolescence and write off processes.
- Support and develop category reporting and analysis for the planning & category management function
- Day to day management of warehouse and store in stocks whilst driving effective use of working capital.

**About you**

We are looking for an experienced professional with an inventory, merchandising, production, warehouse or FMCG background. You will have knowledge and understanding of retail inventory management functions, processes, and systems. Proven experience in stakeholder engagement as well as communicating with, influencing, and advising key external suppliers to achieve desired outcomes.

**You’ll also need**
- Min 5 years relevant production planning or merchandise planning experience in a multi category environment.
- Demonstrated experience sales, margin and inventory budgeting and forecasting in a retailer or manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated experience planning to support a retail promotional program.
- Broad understanding of the supply chain process.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
- Experience in managing a broad stakeholder group.

**How we’ll deliver for you**
- Join one of the most culturally and linguistically diverse workforces in Australia, where we’re all ages, genders and come from all walks of life.
- We deliver on our values of Trust, Inclusivity, Empowerment and Safety every day. They’re the TIES that bind our team together.
- Immerse yourself in the AP Way - where every single team member partakes in a learning module to help understand the vital role we play in delivering on our strategy and purpose.

**We’re delivering together**

At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees.

  • Demand Supply Planner

    2 weeks ago

    Richmond, Victoria, Australia 7-Eleven Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Why 7-Eleven?We're an agile, human centred organisation and our people are at the core of everything we do. This is a true place to learn and grow whilst developing your career. We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at 7-Eleven to bring their authentic selves to work every day.Open office layout (in a great location –...

  • Merchandise Planner

    6 days ago

    Richmond, Australia Platypus Full time

    Since 1998 here at Platypus Shoes we have made it our business to deck out every single person who walks through our doors with the freshest footwear from all the biggest brands. But we reckon life goes beyond shoes. We believe it’s what you do in them that truly counts. So stay out late. Wake up early. Walk there, run back. Stand tall and be a champion in...

  • Supply Planner

    2 weeks ago

    Richmond, Australia NHP Full time

    Dynamic International Supply Chain! - Agile Mindset! Autonomous Decision Maker! - Planning & Controlling of Inventory! **SUPPLY PLANNER** **Who We Are**: - NHP are specialists in Electrical & Automation Products, Systems & Solutions - 100% Australian owned (Over 50 years of Electrical & Engineering excellence!) - Local choice with the power of global...

  • Workforce Planner

    6 days ago

    Richmond, Victoria, Australia Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Work for Australia's most trusted and iconic charityFull-time, permanent position availableAccess to salary packaging options to reduce your taxable incomeThe OrganisationProudly serving Australians since 1928, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) provides emergency aeromedical and allied health services for people in rural and remote Australia. We strive...

  • Plant Nursery Assistant

    2 days ago

    Richmond, Australia Glasshaus Full time

    **Plant Nursery Assistant / Merchandiser** Melbourne Inner city nursery is looking for a general nursery person to work at our nurseries in Richmond. Casual/Part Time/ Full Time Your roll and skill set requirements include: A. Sale of plants and pots to the public and B2B B. Styling & Merchandising of plants in our spaces and at external events. C....

  • System Operations Planner Operator

    2 weeks ago

    Richmond, Australia CitiPower and Powercor Full time

    **System Operations Planner Operator**: - Richmond, VIC, AU, 3000**About us**: We’re a team that cares about you and your community. CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy own and operate the electricity distribution networks servicing 1.9 million customers located across 65% of Victoria. These customers include a large number of households, as well as...

  • Junior Planner

    1 week ago

    Richmond, Australia Brand Collective Full time

    50% discounts across ALL of our brands for you and family - Bring your dog to our Richmond office! Yes, we are pet friendly - Take advantage of epic sample sales! **About Brand Collective**: As a leading apparel and footwear company, Brand Collective have a portfolio of 26 brands, 15 character licences and 300 retail stores across Australia and New Zealand....

  • Test Test Digital Marketer

    2 days ago

    Richmond, Australia Pact Group Full time

    Our Pact Packaging division is pioneering a whole of product life cycle approach to sustainable packaging. Partnering with global brands to local dairy producers, we integrate supply chain efficiencies and sustainable practices into everything we design and manufacture. **About this opportunity** We specialise in the manufacture and supply of rigid plastic...

  • System Operations Planner Operator

    6 hours ago

    Richmond, Australia CitiPower and Powercor Full time

    Richmond, VIC, AU, 3121 **About us**: - At CitiPower and Powercor we’re proud to deliver electricity to 2 million Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we’re here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly, we’re essential to them all - and none of...

  • Head of Merchandise Planning

    2 days ago

    Mount Richmond, Victoria, Australia Forever New Clothing Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    FOREVER NEWStep into the world of Forever New, where fashion meets innovation. As one of Australia's leading global fashion brands, we've grown from our Melbourne roots to over 450 stores worldwide with a thriving online presence. Our success is driven by our passionate community of creative thinkers, retail experts, and forward-looking innovators who bring...