We're partnering with ahighly respected Australian retailerthat continues to grow through challenging retail times due to a clear focus on their customer & strategy.
This is a business who respects & values the role planning plays in business & profitability.
They are looking for anexperienced, commercially astute Senior Merchandise Plannerwho wants more than business-as-usual.
This is a role for someone who wants toshape the future of the range, influence growth decisions and be a true commercial partner to Buying and Leadership.
If you're an experienced Senior Planner who enjoys balancingcreative brand vision with disciplined financial outcomes, and you're energised by contributing to a business in growth mode, this is a role worth exploring.
The Opportunity
This business genuinely values the impact strong planners have on performance.
You'll work closely with Buyers, Designers and the wider Merchandise team todrive assortment strategy, profitability and scalable growth— with the autonomy to make decisions and the support of a leadership team that listens.
As the business continues to expand its retail footprint across Australia this role offersclear scope to grow, step up and broaden your impact.
You'll be working in an setting where:
Planners are respected asstrategic thinkers
Commercial insight is encouraged and acted upon
Growth creates opportunity — not complexity without support
Your Impact Will Include
Partnering with Buyers and key stakeholders todrive category performance and long-term strategy




Building and managingfinancial budgetsaligned to business objectives
Developingseasonal, post-seasonal and half-year strategic plans
Owning markdown strategy tomaximise GMROI and minimise clearance risk
Actively managingmargin mix, stock turn, assortment balance and inventory productivity
Leading weekly category performance reviews with Buying
Drivingassortment planning and range optimisation
Setting replenishment parameters to ensurehealthy core stock levels
Presenting monthly performance insights to senior leadership
Managing allocation principles to optimisestock-to-sales, weeks cover, GMROI and return on space
Establishing and managing item plans acrossimported and local ongoing lines, optimising flow from DC to store
What You'll Bring
Strong experience inmerchandise planning within a retail environment
A deep understanding ofinventory management and commercial levers
High attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture
Confident communication skills and the ability to influence cross-functionally
A proactive, solution-focused mindset
Comfort working autonomously while thriving in a collaborative team environment
A genuine desire tocontribute, grow and make a meaningful impact
Why This Role Stands Out
An opportunity to join a businesson the front foot, where your thinking, insight and decisions will directly shape growth & strategy.
If you're a Senior Planner ready tostep into a role with influence, momentum and future pathways, we'd love to have a conversation.
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📌 Senior Merchandise Planner (Melbourne)
🏢 Planning Talent
📍 Melbourne