Own merchandise planning end to end, from range to markdown.
Lead across retail and David Jones concession.
Drive commercial performance for a growing fashion brand.

Our client is a well-established womenswear fashion brand with a strong retail and concession presence, including a valued partnership with David Jones. They are seeking an experienced Merchandise Planning Manager to take ownership of merchandise planning, buying and allocation across the business.

The Role
Reporting to the General Manager, you will control and coordinate all merchandise-related functions across product, production, retail and concession sales, and store distribution. This is a hands-on leadership role with genuine influence over the brand's growth and financial performance.
Key responsibilities include:
Creating and managing the yearly buying plan and seasonal indent sell thru
Managing buy plans and phasing within OTB budgets
Assortment planning and stock allocation profiles across store locations
Managing replenishment, size control and out-of-stocks
Driving KPI performance across sell thru, stock turn and finishing margin
Managing markdowns, clearance and stock lifecycle




Overseeing in-season and post-season analysis, and the stocktake process
Forecasting and management of the BSR merchandise program
Chairing the weekly trade meeting across key departments
Ensuring merchandise supports all marketing events and campaigns

About You
Minimum 7–10 years' experience in a retail merchandise management role
Proven leadership experience with robust people management skills
Solid analytical and problem-solving capability, at both strategic and executional level
Sound understanding of Fashion ERP systems (Apparel 21 or similar)
Solid negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Highly organised with a detailed, deadline-driven approach
Flexibility to work beyond standard hours and travel as required

What's on Offer
Join a growing and well-loved Australian womenswear brand in a role with genuine scope to shape merchandise strategy and drive business growth.

How to Apply
For a confidential discussion, contact Julia at or *, or apply via the link below.

📌 Merchandise Planning Manager Victoria
🏢 JIVARO recruitment
📍 Victoria