Job Description

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22nd September, 2026n

We’re partnering with a highly respected Australian retailer that 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 their overall business & profitability.

n They are looking for an experienced, entrepreneurial, commercially astute Senior Merchandise Planner who wants more than business-as-usual. This is a role for someone who wants to shape the future of the business, influence growth decisions and be a true commercial partner to Buying and the leadership team.

n If you’re an experienced Senior Planner who enjoys balancing creative brand vision with disciplined financial outcomes, and you’re energised by contributing to a business in growth mode, this is a role worth considering.

The Opportunity

n This business values the impact strong planners have on performance. You’ll work closely with Buyers, Designers and the wider Merchandise team to drive assortment strategy, profitability and scalable growth — with the autonomy to make decisions and the support of a leadership team that listens.

n As the business continues to fine tune their business model, this role offers explicit scope to grow, step up and broaden your impact.

n You’ll be working in an environment where:

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- Planners are respected as strategic thinkers
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- Commercial insight is encouraged and acted upon
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- Growth creates chance, not complexity without support
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Your Impact Will Includen

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- Partnering with Buyers and key stakeholders to drive category performance and long-term strategy
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- Building and managing financial budgets aligned to business objectives
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- Developing seasonal,



post-seasonal and half-year strategic plans
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- Owning markdown strategy to maximise GMROI and minimise clearance risk
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- Actively managing margin mix, stock turn, assortment balance and inventory productivity
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- Leading weekly category performance reviews with Buying
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- Driving assortment planning and range optimisation
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- Setting replenishment parameters to ensure healthy core stock levels
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- Presenting monthly performance insights to senior leadership
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- Managing allocation principles to optimise stock-to-sales, weeks cover, GMROI and return on space
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- Establishing and managing item plans across imported and local ongoing lines, optimising flow from DC to store
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What You’ll Bringn

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- Strong experience in merchandise planning within apparel retail
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- A deep understanding of inventory management and commercial levers
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- High attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture
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- Confident communication skills and the ability to influence cross-functionally
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- A proactive, solution-focused mindset
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- Comfort working autonomously while thriving in a team-oriented team setting
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- A genuine desire to contribute, grow and make a meaningful impact
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Why This Role Stands Outn
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n This is an opportunity to join a business on the front foot, where your thinking, insight and decisions will directly shape growth & strategy.n
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n If you’re a Senior Planner ready to step into a role with influence, momentum and future pathways, we’d love to have a conversation.n
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n If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please send any queries or your CV to;n
n [email protected] n
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n Shelley Buchanann
n 0451 728 613n

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📌 Senior Merchandise Planner (Victoria)
🏢 Planning Talent
📍 Victoria