merchandise planner (6 months contract).

• One of the most recognisable brands globally.
• A role to interpret financial sales data to make decisions and recommendations that impact the retail business.

Regional Merchandise Planner (6 months contract)

about the company

Our client is a global sportswear and lifestyle brand. With concrete plans for the future, its objective is to develop new business opportunities and boost its presence in the market. It is looking to build a team of passionate change-drivers who will work closely with the management team to bring the organisation to new heights, and to deliver strong, fast and sustainable growth in 2025.

key responsibilities:

• Develop strategic sales, margin, and inventory plans to support business growth across various sales channels.
• Establish financial targets for both pre-season and in-season planning, ensuring alignment with overall objectives.
• Manage seasonal open-to-buy forecasts, monitoring performance against projections and making necessary adjustments.
• Sales & Inventory Management
• Analyze sales trends and inventory levels to identify potential risks and growth opportunities.
• Continuously refine merchandise financial plans based on market conditions, retailer strategies, and sales performance.
• Align inventory and assortment strategies with financial goals to ensure efficient stock management.
• Work closely with planning, finance, analytics, operations, and marketing teams to synchronize business strategies.
• Develop insights-driven recommendations to balance inventory across sales channels and maximize profitability.
• Implement strategies to optimize demand forecasting, ensuring healthy stock levels and improved margin performance.

qualifications and experience:

• At least 5 years relevant experience in merchandising buying / merchandising / demand planning for RETAIL / FASHION brands.
• Bachelor’s in Marketing, Communications, Business, or relevant.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel including creating spreadsheets, complex formulas, pivot tables, etc
• Proficiency in forecasting models and data analysis tools.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to drive alignment across teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and provide strategic insights to support decision-making.

If you’re ready to take on a dynamic role and contribute to our brand’s growth, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to be a part of our journey.

(EA: 94C3609/ R23112482)