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Merchandise Planner

Location: NSW, Other

Position: Retail, Merchandise Planners

At BIG W our team is committed to providing the best quality merchandise at the best possible price every day. We are built on a passion for retail, dedication and commitment to making our customers experience more enjoyable every time.

We have a great opportunity within our Merchandise Team based in our Support Office at Norwest Business Park in New South Wales. The Merchandise Planner’s role directly reports to the Merchandise Manager and is responsible for ensuring effective analysis of merchandise to ensure profitability and excellent servicing of stores.

Our support office includes secure parking, conference/training facilities, spacious open plan offices, dry cleaning, convenience store, fitness centre and sporting facilities, childcare options, and several cafιs.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse trends and history and make recommendations based on the information
• Plan the Budgets by department in consultation with the Merchandise Manager
• Prepare and coordinate documentations for Big W buyers
• Conduct Suppliers SWOT analysis and analyse
• Ensure Stock Levels are at an optimal level by planning Stock Flow by month by department
• Propose Seasonal budgets for Sales, Stock and Markdowns

To be considered for this position you will be able to meet the following

• Experience working in a retail environment
• At a minimum 3-5 years analysis experience
• Experience working, interpreting and monitoring budgets and KPIs
• Familiarity with Development Assortment/ Range Plan tools within the ARTHUR system is a distinct advantage
• Highly motivated with a strong interest in the products BIG W sells
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Tertiary Qualifications in a related Business or Finance related discipline will be highly regarded

This role has great opportunities for advancement!


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