Senior Merchandise Planner - Based in Sydney The Opportunity We're partnering with a well-established Australian premium fashion retailer to appoint a Senior Merchandise Planner who will play a pivotal role in driving commercial performance across both retail and ecommerce channels. Reporting into the Commercial Director, you'll own end-to-end merchandise planning, partnering closely with Product, Retail and senior leadership to influence key business decisions. This is a highly commercial role where your insights will directly shape inventory investment, forecasting, assortment strategy and business growth. What's on Offer: Competitive salary Super Bonus Flexible working arrangements High-impact role with direct exposure to senior leadership Premium Australian fashion retailer experiencing continued growth Opportunity to influence commercial strategy across retail, ecommerce and wholesale Key Responsibilities: Lead seasonal and annual merchandise financial planning Own OTB, forecasting, inventory investment and stock optimisation Deliver weekly and monthly trade analysis, identifying opportunities and risks Drive inventory productivity through allocation, replenishment and markdown strategies Partner with Product, Retail and Ecommerce teams to optimise ranging and assortment decisions Produce commercial reporting and present actionable insights to senior leadership Support wholesale planning and inventory performance across multiple channels About You: You'll be an experienced Merchandise Planner or Senior Merchandise Planner who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and enjoys using data to influence commercial outcomes. You'll bring: 4 years' experience in Merchandise Planning within apparel or fashion retail Strong experience across forecasting, OTB, WSSI and inventory management Advanced analytical and Excel skills Proven ability to partner cross-functionally with Buying, Product, Retail and Ecommerce teams A commercially minded approach with excellent stakeholder management skills The confidence to challenge, influence and drive business performance If you're looking to join a premium retail business where you'll have genuine influence over commercial strategy and work alongside an experienced leadership team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion. Reach out via: Faithhawkins@Jivaro.com.au
