Merchandise Planner

Who We Are:
At Bed Bath N' Table we are in the business of helping our customers to turn their houses into homes where they can create wonderful and lasting memories with family and friends. Operating since 1976 and with over 180 stores across Australia, New Zealand and Singapore (and growing!), Bed Bath N' Table is a true Australian owned business success story.
Why Join Us:
Staff discount of 30% off full price items and an additional 15% off reduced items
Great inner-city location in the vibrant Glenferrie café district of Hawthorn, close to public transport
Invaluable experience as part of the broader, fast paced Planning team
Competitive salary package
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
The Role:
Reporting to the Planning Manager, you will be responsible for maximising the return on investment through the planning of sales and inventory, maximising the sales potential and minimising the losses from stock outs and markdowns, carefully balancing the requirements of inventory to support sales with the constraints imposed by store layouts, warehouse and logistical issues.
Your responsibilities will include:
Establish the seasonal sales budgets
Analysis, review and forecasting the seasonal budget weekly and recommending strategies to maximise sales potential
The quantification of promotional, seasonable and core product ranges
Maximise sales potential, minimising losses from stock outs and markdowns
Liaison with planning, buying, product development and warehouse teams.
Skills and Experience Required:
Previous Merchandise Planning experience, 3-5 years.
Strong merchandising planning principles
Highly developed analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and merchandise processes and systems
Strong understanding of retail mathematics
We Would Love to Hear from You:
If you have the skills, experience and motivation to succeed in this role and want to be part of a friendly and supportive team environment we want to hear from you. Apply now to find out more!
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