Hype DC
is Accent Group's premium, limited and exclusive sneaker retailer.
With almost 25 years as one of Australia's leading premium sneaker destinations, Hype DC continues to deliver a curated world class assortment of sneakers to our customers.
Here at
Hype DC
, we are obsessed and committed to our people, our team and our customers are at the heart of what we do.
As a key sneaker destination, we strive to deliver memorable experiences, a high-performance culture and operational excellence.
We're looking for a
Senior Merchandise Planner
to join
Hype DC
and take the lead on merchandise planning across our multi-brand footwear portfolio in Australia and New Zealand.
You'll be responsible for driving sales, margin, stock and inventory outcomes, working closely with Buying, Retail Operations, Marketing, Digital and our brand partners to turn trade performance into commercial action.
You'll also lead and develop a Merchandise Planner and Allocator, while supporting the Planning Manager across the broader Hype DC portfolio.
What You'll Get Stuck Into
Leading sales, margin, stock and intake forecasting and reforecasting
Reviewing weekly trade performance and turning insights into clear actions
Guiding allocation and replenishment strategies to maximise availability and sell-through
Building tactical trade plans to improve underperforming areas
Planning for key trade events across sales, stock, promotions and allocations
Managing monthly forecast reviews and identifying risks and opportunities
Leading brand and post-season reviews to inform future ranges,



purchases and store grading
Supporting annual sales, margin, intake and stock budgets
Coaching and developing a Merchandise Planner and Allocator
What We're Looking For
5+ years' merchandise planning experience in a fast-paced retail setting, ideally footwear
Strong experience across MSSI/WSSI, Open-to-Buy, forecasting, markdown management and stock governance
Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into clear commercial recommendations
Experience leading, mentoring or developing team members
Confident stakeholder management and presentation skills
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including Lookups, SUMIFS and Pivot Tables
Experience with merchandise financial planning systems such as FSR
Experience across assortment planning, width vs depth analysis and price architecture is advantageous
Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail
A genuine interest in using AI to find smarter ways of working
At Accent Group Limited we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion.
We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, physical and mental ability.
We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.
The Accent Group acknowledges, and pays respect, to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the land.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Maori people.
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📌 Senior Merchandise Planner - Hype Dc (Melbourne)
🏢 HYPE DC Pty
📍 Melbourne