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White Fox is a globally recognised fashion brand loved by babes and celebs worldwide.
Established in 2013 and based in Sydney, Australia, White Fox has quickly become the go-to online fashion destination and is continuing to take over wardrobes everywhere.
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Merchandise Planner to join the White Fox family based at our stunning office Rosebery.
Supporting the Merchandise Manager, you will use your merchandise planning fundamentals to help drive growth within the business using a highly analytical and data driven approach. The successful candidate will be positive, proactive and eager to continue to develop planning processes and ways of working.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with the merchandise planning and buying team to deliver trading actions, aligning the overarching business financial plans
Collaborate on budget plans and re-forecasts with senior stakeholders
Form and deliver product strategies to drive business growth
Ensure optimal stock levels to minimise overstocking, balancing profitability and customer satisfaction
Provide weekly summaries of key performance indicators within departments of responsibility, relating to; sales, stock, profit, versus budget and last year
Ensure the correct balance of newness, repeat business, width, depth, pricing architecture, colour and category mix is planned
Build a balanced option plan to deliver the brand strategy taking into account the 3 key markets
Scenario modelling for key events to determine the sales potential taking into account relevant traffic estimates and assumptions
Perform ad hoc reporting as required by the business and across different business units
Develop short term and long term category strategies with the Buyer to maximise business trade
Maintain Clear As You Go Strategy to keep stock efficient
Assist in developing team capability and elevate performance across the merchandise planning function
Refine current systems and processes that are in place and be instrumental in implementing best practices
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years in experience in a Merchandise Planning role
Experience in Ecommerce is preferred
Experience within a fashion retailer is preferred
Strong collaboration and teamwork focus
Aptitude for numbers and an outstanding attention to detail
Ability to be flexible and work in a fast-paced environment
An energetic, can do and positive attitude
Able to manage own priorities, set own work objectives and proactively identify business issues and develop creative solutions
Flexible and adaptive to changing priorities
Advanced excel skills
Benefits
Stunning office, Rosebery location
Generous monthly clothing allowance + ongoing discounts
Onsite gym, kitchen stocked with goodies
Ongoing training and development opportunities, including lunch and learn sessions
High growth company with career progression available
White Fox is a globally recognised fashion brand loved by babes and celebs worldwide.
Established in 2013 and based in Sydney, Australia, White Fox has quickly become the go-to online fashion destination and is continuing to take over wardrobes everywhere.
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Merchandise Planner to join the White Fox family based at our stunning office Rosebery.
Supporting the Merchandise Manager, you will use your merchandise planning fundamentals to help drive growth within the business using a highly analytical and data driven approach. The successful candidate will be positive, proactive and eager to continue to develop planning processes and ways of working.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with the merchandise planning and buying team to deliver trading actions, aligning the overarching business financial plans
Collaborate on budget plans and re-forecasts with senior stakeholders
Form and deliver product strategies to drive business growth
Ensure optimal stock levels to minimise overstocking, balancing profitability and customer satisfaction
Provide weekly summaries of key performance indicators within departments of responsibility, relating to; sales, stock, profit, versus budget and last year
Ensure the correct balance of newness, repeat business, width, depth, pricing architecture, colour and category mix is planned
Build a balanced option plan to deliver the brand strategy taking into account the 3 key markets
Scenario modelling for key events to determine the sales potential taking into account relevant traffic estimates and assumptions
Perform ad hoc reporting as required by the business and across different business units
Develop short term and long term category strategies with the Buyer to maximise business trade
Maintain Clear As You Go Strategy to keep stock efficient
Assist in developing team capability and elevate performance across the merchandise planning function
Refine current systems and processes that are in place and be instrumental in implementing best practices
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years in experience in a Merchandise Planning role
Experience in Ecommerce is preferred
Experience within a fashion retailer is preferred
Strong collaboration and teamwork focus
Aptitude for numbers and an outstanding attention to detail
Ability to be flexible and work in a fast-paced environment
An energetic, can do and positive attitude
Able to manage own priorities, set own work objectives and proactively identify business issues and develop creative solutions
Flexible and adaptive to changing priorities
Advanced excel skills
Benefits
Stunning office, Rosebery location
Generous monthly clothing allowance + ongoing discounts
Onsite gym, kitchen stocked with goodies
Ongoing training and development opportunities, including lunch and learn sessions
High growth company with career progression available
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Merchandise Planner position is now open for candidates interested in the Retail & Wholesale sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Retail & Wholesale is a plus.