Merchandise Planner

Merchandise Planner | Leading Fashion Brand | Global Management | RELOCATION TO AUSTRALIA | Circa £60,000 + Relocation and Benefits

Fancy a change of scenery? Sunshine, beaches... If you're an experienced merchandiser and want to have a change then read on as we have a cracking role we are working on, working for a wonderful brand based Down Under!

Role Overview: To lead the team to deliver all Channel Sales, Markdown, Stock, Intake and Profit Plans. Drive business change to achieve company goals/objectives.

• With the Buyer review previous season and implement lessons learnt
• With the Buyer create the strategy for the department
• Approve the proposed grading from the branch merchandising team for input into the assortment planning process
• Quarterly plan at Category/Season level with the Buyer to submit a plan on the System that reflects the best possible mix of product to deliver the KPI's
• Formulate range plan for all channels in conjunction with the Buyer quarterly
• Plan the Pre Scheduling to meet the range plan - In conjunction with Assistant Merchandisers
• Review weekly trading performance and achieved KPI's, identifying Issues and the course of action in preparation for the weekly trading meetings
• Propose and agree actions to recover risk and maximise opportunities with the Buyer at category and line level.
• Monthly - Capture all agreed actions in the monthly forecast reviews
• Meet and gain approval: Incorporating
• Forecasting any sales variance to plan
• Creation of OTB's
• Management of commitments - On time delivery, rebuys cancellations
• Markdown proposals
• Manage the range plan in Season reflecting any changes
• Establish collaborative working relationships across functions including Online, Marketing, Finance, DC and Stores

This will be a traditional planning role which has a real collaboration with the buyer. You will love product and want to work hand in hand with the buyer to drive sales in your area across the globe.

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