Merchandise Planner - Toys

About Myer GroupMyer Group brings together iconic brands that define fashion, beauty and lifestyle across Australia and New Zealand. With a store network that includes Myer, Just Jeans, Dotti, Portmans, Jacqui E, Jay Jays, sass and bide, Marcs and David Lawrence, at Myer Group you’ll be part of a diverse and dynamic team that’s shaping the future of retail across stores, online and beyond.Myer is looking for a Merchandise Planner to join our Toys team! In this role, you will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering a compelling and profitable customer offer that drives the Myer Merchandise strategy. In addition, you will analyse business trends and performance to optimise inventory and sales profit outcomes. You will support the Head of Planning and wider Planning team, as well as being accountable for the end-to-end management, including financial performance.An exciting opportunity to further develop your career within the Planning stream!Reporting to the Head of Planning, you will oversee the exciting Toys category!Hybrid working model - work from our office & the comfort of your own home
About the Role:Coordinate and present the MMR (monthly merchandise and financial review) at an executive level providing leadership and guidance to teams. Planning and analysis including; in-season and post season on supplier delivery performance and stock health; and in season reporting and analysis for the business on service levelsProvide accurate forecasting on key financial metrics and effectively communicate any risks based on sales trends, marketing and product performanceAccountability for trading the category and take appropriate tactical activity relation to sales, profit, stock to drive business outcomes in conjunction with the buying teamCollaboration with Buyer to build and deliver a customer focused range and delivers on key metrics such as Sales, GP and option productivityProfitable management of the buyership (Sales; Profit; OTB; Stock)Work closely with retail team to manage productivity based on space and customer demographic.
About You:Strong experience in planning roles or retail equivalentBachelor degree/diploma in one of the following fields would be preferable but not essential: Fashion Merchandise Management, Commerce, Marketing, Retail Management, Business Management, Economics or CommerceIntermediate technology/computer skills, and Excel proficiencySound retail, financial and business acumen, with thorough understanding of key financial metricsDetail orientated, with ability to lead and influence leadersStrong financial and analytical skillsExpert on store demographicsExperience in planning systems is a bonusDemonstrated ability to lead and manage small/medium sized teams is a bonus
Benefits to you:We're committed to providing a positive and supportive environment, where our team members are empowered to reach their full potential. Our team members enjoy a range of benefits including: Team member discounts:Generous discounts in-store and online Learning and development:Capability development workshops, successionplanning, and internal career opportunities across Myer Group brands. Flexible working:Lifestyle leave, flexible workhours and hybrid working is available for some Store Support Office roles Lifestyle benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP),volunteer leave,discounted health insurance, gym memberships and novated leasing for eligible employees.
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