About Brand CollectiveBrand Collective is one of Australia's most prominent apparel, footwear & sport groups, operating our omnichannel offer across 300+ stores with over 3,000 team members, a comprehensive online business and an extensive wholesale network. Our portfolio ranges from iconic heritage to timeless contemporary, from street culture to considered craftsmanship, and from private label to international luxury fashion brands. We bring brands to life!The opportunityOur Footwear division is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our Merchandise Planning team. You'll plan and forecast stock needs, ensuring balanced assortments and optimal stock levels to exceed sales targets, boost gross profit, and manage inventory. Based in Richmond, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic, market-leading company experiencing rapid growth and innovation!The successful candidate will be responsible for:Perform advanced data analysis, particularly using Excel, to interpret and extract meaningful insights.Lead and manage the workflow of all Planning tasks to ensure they are completed efficiently and on time.Conduct detailed pre-season, in-season, and post-season analysis.Work with stakeholders to analyse sales trends, profitability, and product performance (e.g., life cycle, pricing, sizing, brand attributes).Use this data to inform assortment strategies for both physical stores and online.Manage product plans, covering brand, category, quantity, margin, and assortment strategies.Manage the entire product lifecycle, from pre-season planning to in-store allocation and stock forecasting.Monitor product profitability and productivity, ensuring customer demand is met and providing feedback to buyers on product performance.Build and manage financial plans, ensuring alignment with business goals and profitability.Develop and implement coaching plans for direct reports, ensuring team development and growth.Build strong relationships with key business partners, including suppliers, stores, IT, and marketing teams.Work cross-functionally with peers and management to negotiate and influence decisions.The skills and experience you offer us:2+ years' experience in a Merchandise Planning role or similarExperience in the Footwear industry (highly regarded)Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reportingStrong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaborationProven analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent attention to detail and sound decision-making skillsJust some of the perks we offer you:Generous discounts for you and your family across Brand Collective's stable of brands! That's 50% off brands such as Reebok, Superdry, Clarks, Review, Hush Puppies, Elka Collective, Black Pepper and many more.RECENTLY LAUNCHED - additional discounts across our parent company, LK Group, including Daniel's Donuts, Hommey, LK Group Hospitality, Snooze, and many more!Pet friendly workspace - yes, you can bring your dog to work!Invitations to epic sample salesPaid parental leave, volunteer leave, purchased leave programNovated LeasingGenerous service awardsEmployee Assistance Program with free access to Mental Health Professionals and more!Apply today to bring brands to lifeAt Brand Collective our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we! We value diversity and inclusion in all forms, thus hire based on capability and performance. If you feel like your skills align with the role and company culture, apply today with your current resume and optional Cover Letter.Please note: at this time, Brand Collective are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role, and will not be liable for any unsolicited candidate profiles or associated fees. We encourage applicants to apply directly to this posting if they would like to be considered for this opportunity. The advertising of this role may close earlier than the listed date, and we encourage applicants to apply early.
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