Hybrid role - 3 days in office 2 days from home
Own the Intimates category for an iconic Australian retailer
Drive sales, margin and inventory across the full lifecycle

About the role
Reporting to the Planning Manager and partnering closely with the Buying team, you will take ownership of the Intimates category, driving sales, margin and inventory performance across the full product lifecycle. This is a highly commercial role where you will shape the financial strategy for the range and influence key trading decisions.

Key responsibilities
Develop and deliver seasonal financial plans for the Intimates category, including sales, margin, stock and OTB
Partner with Buying on range architecture, assortment planning and option counts to maximise category performance
Manage OTB and inventory flow to ensure optimal stock levels and healthy stock turn
Lead weekly in-season trade analysis, identifying risks and opportunities and recommending actions such as reorders, markdowns and promotional activity
Build and manage store grading and allocation strategies in collaboration with the Allocation team
Analyse sales trends,



customer insights and competitor activity to inform future planning
Present category performance and recommendations to senior stakeholders with clarity and confidence

About you
Proven experience in a Merchandise Planner role within apparel retail, ideally with exposure to intimates, lingerie, sleepwear or basics
Strong commercial acumen and a proactive, solutions-focused approach to trade
Advanced Excel skills and experience with planning systems
Highly analytical, with the ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
A team-oriented team player who thrives in a fast-paced trading setting

What's on offer
Up to $140k Base + Superannuation
Hybrid working arrangement
The opportunity to own a key category within an iconic Australian retailer
A supportive, team-oriented team culture with genuine career growth

How to apply
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