Merchandise Forecast Specialist
2 weeks ago
Merchandise Forecast Specialist
Location:
Williams Landing, VIC, AU
Category: Planning & Inventory
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Who are We?
At Target, we’re getting back to what we’re famous for - real quality, that’s really affordable. We’re making products that stand up to the test of everyday life, at prices that don’t cost the earth.
We’re making mums happy. Kids smile. Family life, that little bit easier. We’re making sure every Australian can enjoy our products, whilst making a positive difference to our planet so families can trust and rely on us for generations to come. That’s the Target Australians needs right now. And that’s the Target we’re here to be.
With our instantly recognisable logo we are one of the most iconic brands on the Australian retail market and for almost 100 years we have held a special place in the hearts and minds of Australian families.. It brings us loyal customers who love and trust us. From first baby clothes to first fashion moments, we have created special memories that families across the country hold dear. By making affordable quality and style accessible for all, we have built a reputation for helping Australian families live better.
Friendships are found here - we have authentic, genuine relationships with our team mates, and we're led by supportive leaders. In this team quality, design and style are in our DNA - we are a close-knit bunch and the fabric of our team is passion, respect and diversity.
As an iconic Australian retailer we’re immensely proud of our history and need people to join us who are as excited by our future as we are
That’s who we are. That’s Target.
What will you do?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Forecast Analyst to join our inventory team. The primary focus will be ensuring Merchandise sales & inventory plans are executed accurately within our inventory systems. Through ongoing collaboration with key stakeholders, your primary objective will be ensuring forecast accuracy is improved and stock flow constraints are identified and resolved, ultimately improving product availability in stores. You will be accountable for availability improvement in your departments and will be required to analyse and communicate risks and opportunities to senior management.
Responsibilities include:
- Working closely with the Merchandise Planners to optimise inventory levels and achieve financial KPIs of sales, margin, and stockturn.
- Accountable for translating the business strategies into actionable Inventory system inputs.
- Owning the merchandise relationships, driving enhancements in forecast accuracy through root cause analysis, and ensuring continuous improvement throughout the planning function.
- Supporting the business through improved forecasts and accurate reporting, presenting insights to key stakeholders both commercial and operational, and influencing decision-making.
- Own the inventory critical path & consensus process.
- Identify opportunities to improve stock flow from supplier to store.
What are we looking for?
• Retail and/or FMCG experience desirable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Effectively influencing stakeholders in decision-making.
• Validate and interpret demand planning outputs for accurate forecasts.
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills and amazing attention to detail.
• Strong Excel knowledge.
• Proven ability to execute action plan deliverables in a timely manner .
• Experience in Project/Business translation.
• Experience in Allocations, Demand and Fulfillment systems.
• Bachelor’s degree (Undergrad).
What will you get?
Target has some great benefits, including:
• Great career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group.
• Team Member discounts across Target, Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and Catch Membership.
• A free One Pass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible product.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Convenient location next to freeway and train station, with free onsite parking and a café
• Novated leasing options.
• Paid parental leave scheme.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our Target Store Support Office (including Work-From-Home days with a real work-life) balance.
• Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself.
• A Supported Learning and Career Development program.
• Opportunity in Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible) and to participate in a bonus program (where eligible).
We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.
As part of our recruitment process, we will be conducting Pre-Employment Checks with our successful candidates – this will include a police check. Talent Acquisition will provide further updates to candidates as they progress through our recruitment process.
“We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant”.
We don’t just look for people based on their skills and experience, our people work together and champion the Target values and behaviours. We are a business where our values and people matter, and we need like-minded people to join us
Target values diversity and we pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of which we are a part.
Agencies will only be engaged if required. Please do not contact us or send applicants to us unless requested to by the Talent Acquisition Team.
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