Job no: 944812 About Myer Group Myer Group brings together iconic brands that define fashion, beauty and lifestyle across Australia and New Zealand. With a store network that includes Myer, Just Jeans, Dotti, Portmans, Jacqui E, Jay Jays, sass and bide, Marcs and David Lawrence, at Myer Group you’ll be part of a diverse and dynamic team that’s shaping the future of retail across stores, online and beyond. The Myer Planning team are looking for a Senior Merchandise Planner (known in the organisation as a Senior Planner) to oversee the Tabletop category. You will play a pivotal role by ensuring effective collaboration with the buying team, and developing and delivering a compelling and profitable customer offer that drives the Myer Merchandise strategy. In addition, you will analyse business trends and performance to optimise inventory and sales profit outcomes for entire category. Key leadership role within the team An exciting opportunity to further develop your career within the Planning stream Hybrid working model, partly working remotely as well as our Support Office in Docklands About the role: Accountability for trading the category and implementing appropriate tactical activities in relation to sales, profit, stock to drive business outcomes Assist in the development of overarching total category strategy in conjunction with the senior leadership buying teams and executive teams in line with the Myer Customer First Strategy Coordinate and present the MMR (monthly merchandise financial forecast) at an executive level and providing leadership and guidance to teams Provide accurate forecasting on key financial metrics and effectively communicate any risk based on sales trends, marketing and product performance Demonstrated understanding of the market, customer segmentation, trends and competitive landscape Planning and analysis including; in-season and post season analysis on supplier delivery performance, stock health and in season reporting and analysis for the business Collaboration with Buyer to build and deliver a customer focused range and delivers on key metrics such as Sales, GP and option productivity Actively deliver and monitor team development and succession plan strategies through regular and effective coaching, feedback, mentoring and training & development opportunities About you: Seasoned experience as a Merchandise Planner in a leadership position within the Retail industry Bachelor degree/diploma in one of the following fields would be preferable but not essential: Fashion Merchandise Management, Commerce, Marketing, Retail Management, Business Management, Economics Retail, financial and business acumen Strong financial and analytical skills Experience in planning systems would be desirable Ability to influence at an executive level Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a medium sized team Benefits to you: We're committed to providing a positive and supportive environment, where our team members are empowered to reach their full potential. Our team members enjoy a range of benefits including: Team member discounts: Generous discounts in-store and online Learning and development: Capability development workshops, succession planning, and internal career opportunities across Myer Group brands. Flexible working: Lifestyle leave, flexible work hours and hybrid working is available for Store Support Office roles Lifestyle benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), volunteer leave, discounted health insurance, gym memberships and novated leasing for eligible employees. Your future starts here — help shape what’s next at Myer Group.
