
Merchandise Planner
2 weeks ago
Independent Fashion Brand / Full-time or Part-time Permanent
Nique is an Australian clothing label for Men and Women. We are known for our mínimal, clean aesthetic and cool, yet personal, approach to fashion. Our vision is to create a bold new fashion retail concept delivering beautiful, modern clothing and exceptional shopping experiences both in-store and online. Nique articulates subtle luxury with authenticity, endeavouring to ethically source materials as an ongoing commitment to a sustainable future.
About the role:
In this role you will contribute to the financial success of the company thru effective planning, trading and stock optimisation:
- Financial Accountability - trading the brand to maximise profit and minimise risk.
- Planning strategic framework
- Driving sales and profit
- Range management
- Stock optimisation across all channels
- You will currently be an Planner or Assistant Planner in a fast paced apparel business.
- Have strong financial and commercial business acumen
- Proven ability to drive profitable sale growth
- Effective planning and organisation skills
- Excellent communication skills
- High attention to detail
- Be able to analyse sales to understand new product trends, selling patterns and identify opportunities
- Understand the customer and respond to their needs.
- Have an understanding of the critical path
- Have the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- You will also be friendly, energetic, always professional, and display a ‘can do’ attitude.
Responsibilities of the role include:
- Monitoring the business through daily, weekly and monthly sales reporting
- Stock allocation across all channels
- Weekly trade meeting analysis and presentation
- Obtaining store feedback in regards to product and store performance.
- Planning strategic framework and OTB for the season ahead ensuring sales are potentialised
- Pre and post season analysis, contributing researched feedback, highlighting potential new areas of opportunity.
- Understanding the competition and inputing feedback
- Marketing calendar co-ordination with E-com team
- Owning the lifestyle area of the business presenting seasonal concepts
- A competitive salary package, including a generous uniform allowance and employee discount
- The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and experienced team within a brand that is set for expansion within Australia and overseas
To be considered for this role you must be a resident in Australia.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 30-40 per week
**Salary**: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)