Senior Merchandise Planner | Perri Cutten
Core
Drive commercial performance, optimise inventory, and support profitable growth through merchandise planning, forecasting, and stock management for a womenswear brand.
Role type
Senior Merchandise Planner
Builds
Seasonal and annual merchandise plans, range plans, Open to Buy (OTB) budgets, assortment strategies, and stock allocation.
Domain
Fashion retail / Womenswear
Required skills
Merchandise planning, forecasting, inventory management, Open to Buy (OTB) management, assortment planning, allocation, replenishment, sales analysis, markdown management, stock lifecycle management, ERP system proficiency, stakeholder management, commercial acumen.
Preferred skills
Experience with Apparel 21 or similar Fashion ERP systems, experience within fashion apparel retail.
Technologies
Apparel 21, Fashion ERP systems
Responsibilities
Develop and manage seasonal and annual merchandise plans; Lead range planning in partnership with the General Manager; Manage Open to Buy (OTB), stock flow and inventory investment; Oversee assortment planning, allocation and replenishment strategies; Drive sales, stock turn, sell-through and gross profit performance; Manage markdowns, clearance strategies and stock lifecycle management; Forecast and manage the Perri Cutten BSR merchandise program; Analyse trading performance and provide actionable recommendations; Lead weekly trade meetings and communicate key performance insights; Ensure marketing and promotional events are supported by appropriate stock levels; Oversee stocktake processes and stock consolidation initiatives; Guide the Allocator to ensure right stock at the right location and minimise missed opportunities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC