Job Description
/n 22nd September, 2026/n 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 transparent scope to grow, step up and broaden your impact. /n You’ll be working in an environment where: /n /n
- Planners are respected as strategic thinkers /n
- Commercial insight is encouraged and acted upon /n
- Growth creates opportunity, not complexity without support /n Your Impact Will Include/n /n
- Partnering with Buyers and key stakeholders to drive category performance and long-term strategy /n
- Building and managing financial budgets aligned to business objectives /n
- Developing seasonal,



post-seasonal and half-year strategic plans /n
- Owning markdown strategy to maximise GMROI and minimise clearance risk /n
- Actively managing margin mix, stock turn, assortment balance and inventory productivity /n
- Leading weekly category performance reviews with Buying /n
- Driving assortment planning and range optimisation /n
- Setting replenishment parameters to ensure healthy core stock levels /n
- Presenting monthly performance insights to senior leadership /n
- Managing allocation principles to optimise stock-to-sales, weeks cover, GMROI and return on space /n
- Establishing and managing item plans across imported and local ongoing lines, optimising flow from DC to store /n What You’ll Bring/n /n
- Strong experience in merchandise planning within apparel retail /n
- A deep understanding of inventory management and commercial levers /n
- High attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture /n
- Confident communication skills and the ability to influence cross-functionally /n
- A proactive, solution-focused mindset /n
- Comfort working autonomously while thriving in a collaborative team environment /n
- A genuine desire to contribute, grow and make a meaningful impact /n Why This Role Stands Out/n /n /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 /n /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 /n /n If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please send any queries or your CV to;/n /n [email protected] /n /n /n Shelley Buchanan/n /n 0451 728 613/n /n /n

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