Highlights

- Coordinate the accurate, efficient flow of product related data & reporting behind a leading Australian fashion brand
- Full-time, hybrid role based at our Preston office in Melbourne
- 14 month fixed term contract, immediate start

About the Role We’re looking for a meticulously organised, data obsessed, systems-minded Merchandise Operations Coordinator to support the efficient delivery of ELK’s merchandise, product and inventory operations. Working within ELK’s Planning function, you’ll be responsible for the administration, coordination and flow of product data and reporting that enable accurate, timely information to flow across the business. Over time, and once well established in the role, you’ll support projects designed to improve processes, system utilisation and flow of information with the goal of reducing time spent on manual administration.

Your responsibilities will include

- Preparation & distribution of accurate, timely, recurring merchandise, product, inventory and trading reports
- Administration & coordination of item and SKU setup
- Maintaining accurate item, pricing, planning hierarchy & range information
- Preparing & maintaining master data, price lists and seasonal range information
- Raising purchase orders and coordinating with Production team to meet critical deadlines
- Maintaining item & inventory information across ELK systems including MYOB, Datapel (WMS), Shopify, NuORDER and ShipStation
- Supporting sales forecasting, retail allocation, replenishment and wholesale pre-sale activities as required
- Investigating product, pricing, faulty stock and inventory queries and coordinating timely resolution
- Identifying opportunities to simplify,



standardise or automate recurring reports and administrative processes
- Supporting system testing, training, implementation and the adoption of new ways of working

This is a full-time, hybrid role primarily based at our Preston office. What We'll Love About You

You’re an accurate and proactive coordinator who enjoys connecting people, processes and data. You’re comfortable working with detailed product and inventory information, have an exceptional eye for detail, can manage competing seasonal priorities and look for practical ways to make work simpler and more reliable.

You’ll ideally bring

- 3+ years’ experience in data management, merchandise operations, product operations, merchandise planning administration, production coordination, inventory operations or a comparable role

- Strong Microsoft Excel capability, including lookup functions, pivot tables, logical formulas, data validation and data cleansing (essential)
- An understanding of the apparel product lifecycle, including range setup, product and pricing information, purchase orders, inventory and stock flow
- Experience maintaining product master data, pricing, purchase-order or inventory records
- Exposure to ERP, WMS, PLM, inventory or merchandise management systems (highly desired)
- Experience within fashion, retail, wholesale or another multi-channel consumer products business (highly desired)




- The ability to investigate data and process issues and develop practical, sustainable solutions
- Transparent communication skills and confidence collaborating across technical and non-technical teams
- A genuine connection to ELK’s values and conscious fashion philosophy

In Return, We Offer

- Salary and benefits aligned to your experience
- Supportive, collaborative and people-first culture
- Participation in the ELK Incentive Plan
- Up to 60% off RRP on ELK products, plus family and friends benefits
- Access to Birthday and Volunteer Leave every year
- Genuine commitment to work-life balance, connection and wellbeing
- Opportunity to develop your systems, data and process-improvement capability
- Opportunity to contribute to a certified B Corp and 1% for the Planet business committed to positive impact

About ELK

ELK is an independent Melbourne-based fashion brand driven by creativity, innovation and responsibility. As a certified B Corp and 1% for the Planet member, we are committed to positive environmental and social impact. At ELK, we nurture an open, inclusive workplace that values authenticity, transparency and community.

We welcome people who are passionate not only about what we do, but why we do it, irrespective of background, life stage, identity or ability.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, apply here with a copy of your résumé and a short cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with this role and why you’re an outstanding candidate – we can’t wait to hear from you! x For a copy of the Position Description or to find out more, reach out to us at [email protected].

📌 Merchandise Operations Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 ELK
📍 Melbourne