Merchandise Planning Manager

Great mix of hands-on execution and strategic leadership
- Great Cremorne Location, close to public transport.
- Amazing Events Amazing Team Amazing initiatives

**ABOUT US**

At DECJUBA we’re all about effortless, edgy fashion to make you look and feel #AMAZING.

Relaunched by Tania Austin in 2008, DECJUBA has become a leading retailer in Australia and New Zealand, growing our store footprint from just five stores into 140 stores and two online sites.

We believe our greatest asset is our people. Our #DREAMTEAM is made up of over 1400 people across the retail and head office teams. By supporting, inspiring, and challenging each other, we believe we can achieve #AMAZING at every touch point

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

As the DECJUBA brand continues our exponential growth we are seeking a dynamic Merchandise Planning Manager. This role will be hands on, responsible for both execution and strategic leadership across the department. Directly managing a team of 6 and overseeing a team of 16, you will be tasked the development /implementation of a sustainable merchandise strategy inclusive of financial planning, range planning, trading the department in season, controlling OTB and stock flow, and post seasonal analysis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of leadership and development whilst remaining hands on.

**As a Merchandise Planning Manager at DECJUBA, you will**:

- Development and maintenance of the seasonal merchandise strategy
- In partnership with the Buying Managers, manage the merchandise financial plan to achieve sales & profit targets.
- Work closely with Product & Buying teams through the ranging processes
- Control Markdown budget to ensure that Total Company markdowns are within the agreed level
- Creation and projection of planning strategies and theories that will enhance performance
- Mentor and develop team members, offering continuous training to ensure targets are met and career progression opportunities are clear
- Manage the team ensuring stock is sent to stores in line with department plans and company strategy
- Test and roll out new systems as the business grows

**ABOUT YOU**

You’re currently working in a similar role, or ready to take the next step in your career. You have a strong leadership profile with the desire to grow and nurture teams, whilst remaining strategic in your approach.
- At least 10 years financial experience, including allocations / planning, forecasting and managing a range plan from a retail environment (essential)
- Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business, Commerce or Retail related degree
- Experience managing and developing teams
- Strong financial and numerical skills
- Excellent organisational, prioritising and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills

**BENEFITS**
- Generous and unlimited team discount across all brands - up to 50% off and clothing allowance so that you look and feel #AMAZING.
- Countless personal and professional development opportunities including education and training in person and online, access to inspiring guest speakers and volunteering days with DECJUBA Foundation partners.
- Progressive leave policies including paid parental leave.
- Access to health and wellbeing programs.
- #AMAZING team culture with regular events to celebrate all things DECJUBA.

**OUR CULTURE**
- We are committed to providing an #AMAZING working environment, empowered by five core values: Honesty, Bravery, Integrity, Innovation, and Optimism.
- We are passionate about our #DREAMTEAM and committed to providing continuous growth and development opportunities.
- We aim to open the door to #AMAZING careers in retail, with the opportunity to learn from the best in the business.