For more than 45 years, Black Pepper has been creating thoughtfully designed collections for women who value comfort, confidence and timeless style.
With a strong national retail network and a loyal customer following, we're passionate about delivering quality products and exceptional customer experiences that keep our customers coming back season after season.
ROLE IN A NUTSHELL
As our Senior Merchandise Planner, you'll play a key leadership role in driving the commercial success of one of Brand Collective's largest and most established apparel brands.
Working closely with Buying, Design, Marketing and Retail teams, you'll develop strategic merchandise plans that maximise sales, profitability and inventory performance across the business.
Leading and mentoring a Merchandise Planner and Allocator, you'll combine commercial insight with strong analytical thinking to influence key business decisions, optimise inventory and help shape the future direction of the Black Pepper product range.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Develop and deliver seasonal merchandise plans, forecasts and budgets that drive sales, profitability and inventory productivity
Analyse trading performance, identifying opportunities and risks while providing commercially focused recommendations to stakeholders
Optimise inventory, replenishment and markdown strategies to maximise sell-through and minimise excess stock
Partner closely with Buying, Design, Marketing and Retail teams to align product strategies with customer demand and seasonal trading plans
Lead assortment planning across stores and channels, ensuring the right product mix is available at the right time
Present weekly and seasonal performance reporting, providing clear insights that support business decisions
Mentor and develop a Merchandise Planner and Allocator, providing coaching, guidance and day-to-day support while fostering a collaborative team workplace
Drive continuous improvements across planning processes, reporting and inventory management
ABOUT YOU




Proven Merchandise Planning experience within fashion, apparel or retail, ideally in a high-volume environment
Previous experience mentoring or leading team members, or ready to step into a leadership role
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to turn data into actionable business insights
Advanced Excel skills and experience using merchandise planning systems
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the confidence to influence cross-functional teams
Highly organised with the ability to balance strategic planning and day-to-day trading priorities
JUST SOME PERKS WE OFFER
Pet-friendly workspace – Yes, your furry friend can join you at work!
Product allowance & Generous discounts – Up to 50% off top brands like Reebok, Superdry, and Elka Collective!
Exclusive LK Group discounts – Treat yourself to savings at Daniel's Donuts, Hommey, Snooze & more!
Access to sample sales – Exclusive to Brand Collective team members only.
Leave when it matters – Celebration leave, paid parental leave, volunteer leave.
Novated leasing – Drive your dream car with ease.
Loyalty rewards – We celebrate your milestones with generous service awards!
Well-being matters – Corporate Discount on Health Cover, Free access to Mental Health Professionals through our Employee Assistance Program.
READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?
Lead the planning strategy behind one of Australia's most established womenswear brands and help shape every season's success.
ABOUT BRAND COLLECTIVE
Brand Collective is one of Australia's most prominent apparel, footwear & sport groups, operating our omnichannel offer across 300+ stores with over 3,000 team members, a comprehensive online business and an extensive wholesale network.
Our portfolio ranges from iconic heritage to timeless contemporary, from street culture to considered craftsmanship, and from private label to international luxury fashion brands.
We bring brands to life!
At Brand Collective our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we!
We value diversity and inclusion in all forms, thus hire based on capability and performance.
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📌 Senior Merchandise Planner - Black Pepper (Victoria)
🏢 Brand Collective
📍 Victoria