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 Recent 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 environment, 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
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📌 Senior Merchandise Planner - Hype Dc (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne