Business Planner

Found in: Talent AU C2 - 2 weeks ago


South Melbourne, Australia Spotlight Retail Group (SRG) Full time
Iconic Australian owned & operated global retail business Hybrid role with Profit Share and massive discounts across all brands A vibrant, team culture where we embrace pace and encourage new ideas & leadership

Spotlight is growing and we’re searching for a genuinely dynamic Planner to help us achieve this. We are looking for a self-driven, analytical thinker who is comfortable operating both in the detail as well as being able to see the bigger picture.

You will join a genuinely supportive team who uses their retail acumen to improve process and results. We set our own direction by holding true to the “Golden Rules” passed down from our founders and by focussing on our 4 Key Strategic Objectives. All of which allows us to keep things simple and move at pace.

If you get excited at the idea of working for a retailer who is able to work collaboratively with a team of merchants and entrepreneurs who thrive on the results they deliver then read on………

What You Will Be Doing

As the Business Planner, in possibly the largest portfolio in Australian Retail, you will work closely with the Business Manager and Buyers to develop and execute short- and long-term strategy as well as providing accurate, timely analysis, insight, decision making and support.

Financial Planning : provide monthly re-forecasts using all available information. Key metrics include Sales, Stock, GMROI and Margins Inventory Management : provide accurate business analysis and strong guidance to the Merchandise & Leadership teams to maximise Sales and Margin and to optimise Inventory Health. Drive the Markdown process to deal with slow sellers and end of life Articles Replenishment : manage Replenishment parameters, oversee the Allocation process and work with the Inventory Analysts and Demand Planners to optimise Inventory levels Analysis and Reporting : collate data and report on Purchasing, Inventory, Marketing and all Sales activities. Influence the Marketing Plan based on lessons learnt and identified tactical opportunities Teamwork: working with multiple teams and individuals in Spotlight as well as working with our Vendors. Building relationships and taking a collaborative approach to achieve business operational and strategic objectives Leadership: coach and develop the Inventory Analyst to achieve in their role and achieve KPIs Strategic Planning: drive the biannual Category Performance Review and forward planning process within the team and achieve sign off Tactical Planning: supporting the delivery of the Sales and Marketing plans on a day to day and week to week basis

About You

Must have demonstrated experience as a Planner in Retail Extensive Analytical and Reporting experience Excellent knowledge of retail operations, large store formats / category killers and bulky good formats Strong ability to interpret data and results Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and computer skills Strong with Microsoft Excel Any experience with Home Décor or relevant category will be desirable

What’s in it for you?

Spotlight Retail Group prides itself on providing its team members with genuine personal growth by empowering them, like few others do, to make decisions and drive direction. As part of the Spotlight Retail Group we can offer you:

Genuine opportunity for your own personal growth Exposure to key senior stakeholders Career progression, personal development and mentoring A culture that rewards initiative and creativity Centrally located office, close to South Melbourne Market Benefits- Team Discounts, EAP, Gym Membership Discounts and more

Who We Are

Spotlight Group Holdings (“SGH”) is looking to grow their talented, highly entrepreneurial team. SGH is Australia's largest privately-owned and operated family business, comprising of the Spotlight Retail Group, the Spotlight Property Group, Spotlight Direct Investments and the Spotlight Charitable Foundation.

Comprising of the long term existing iconic brands in Spotlight, Anaconda , Mountain Designs and Harris Scarfe SRG is acknowledged as the market leaders within the Australian retail space.


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