About this role
Reporting to the DTC Senior Merchandise Planner, the DTC Merchandise Planner is responsible for supporting the achievement of Sell Through, Sales and Margin targets for the Full Price ASICS Stores as well as the E-Commerce Channel.
Day-to-day function will see you ensuring we have the right merchandise to support our Full Price and E-Commerce Sales plans and driving sales results with an informed and strategic point of view.
So, what goes into making that happen?
Review and provide relevant inputs in the Open to Buy ensuring that Sales Plans can be achieved with available inventoryLiaise with Retail Merchandising and Supply Planning Teams to ensure Buy Forecasts, and Buy Submissions are provided on a timely basis, to support future inventory requirementsLiaise with Retail Buyer and Supply Planning to enable on time Product launches, aligned to Lifecycle rules and Store capacity plansProvide weekly Trade insights and Actionable analysis to improve sales resultsManage an Actions List, and follow through on trade driving initiatives with urgency, collaborating closely with Retail TeamsPropose and Plan offers for key SALE events, liaising with Marketing and Retail teams to ensure Retail SALE events can be reasonably executedImplement strategies to improve the DTC Inventory position within Months of Cover TargetsEnsure stock health and size runs are optimised in stores.
In return, we offer:
A permanent opportunity with a market leading global brandSalary + bonuses + 17.5% annual leave loading + paid parental leaveFlexible hybrid work options using a ‘moments that matter’ way of workingConvenient Marsden Park location in a new head office facility, closely connected to the M7, with ample free parkingFree onsite gym and personal training sessionsOnsite Physio services availableGenerous staff discount – up to 25% off wholesale!A learning & development culture with personal access to LinkedIn Learning, 'move your mind' learning sessions, study leave and targeted role specific trainingA collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team culture with career growth opportunities – We love promoting from within!Opportunities to give back through community and team events
That’s enough about us! Here’s what we hope to see from you:
Prior Experience in Merchandise PlanningRelevant tertiary and industry degree/qualificationGood practical understanding of retail/commercial environmentAble to communicate and influence commercially with a well-intentioned point of viewDemonstrated good commercial/business acumenExceptional organisation skills and ability to prioritise effectivelyStrong communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to deliver tight deadlinesHigh level initiative, enthusiasm, and self-motivationA resilient yet flexible approach and be capable of working autonomously and in a team, within a dynamic fast changing environment.Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.The ability to think strategically and identify key opportunities and improvements. At ASICS, we work together as one team to bring a performance mindset to life every day - Are you ready to pursue your career goals? Apply Today!
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