Merchandise Planning Manager - DTC

Reporting directly to the Head of Planning, this role is responsible for owning the Open to Buy and Merchandise Planning process for DTC channels across Full Price and Outlet Stores, and our E-Commerce business.
 

So, what goes into making that happen?

• Maintain the DTC Open to Buy ensuring that Sales Plans can be achieved with available inventory 
• Coach, develop and maintain engagement and focus of a highly effective DTC Planning team  
• Forecast Sales at a Product Series level to inform future Inventory requirements, and provide actionable trading insights in-season 
• Manage the OTB Gross Up assumptions, ensuring adequate stock is bought for sales without exceeding Inventory targets 
• Manage Markdown and Margin forecasts, to balance achievement of sell through and profitability targets for DTC channels 
• Maintain the DTC Inventory position within Months of Cover Targets 
• Ensure Stores are maintained at capacity levels, with stock health KPI’s achieved 
• Drive the narrative for DTC Trade results, highlighting successes and opportunities in-season 
• Lead the DTC Seasonal Hindsight review, to ensure seasonal learnings are collaboratively shared within the business, and feed strategies into future ranging decisions 
• Partner with Channel heads to plan the Seasonal Promotional Calendar  
   

In return, we offer:

• An exciting permanent opportunity with a market leading global brand
• Salary + bonuses + 17.5% annual leave loading + paid parental leave
• Flexible hybrid work options using a ‘moments that matter’ way of working
• Convenient Marsden Park location in a new head office facility, closely connected to the M7, with ample free parking
• Free onsite gym and personal training sessions
• Onsite Physio services available
• Generous 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 training
• A 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 Planning at a Manager level  
• Relevant tertiary and industry degree/qualification  
• Good practical understanding of retail/commercial environment 
• Confidence in a broad range of software packages (Microsoft Office intermediate level, including Excel, Word and Outlook) and google programs (such as mail, drive and sheets).  
• Established ability to lead and motivate a team 
• Able to communicate and influence commercially with a well-intentioned point of view  
• Demonstrated good commercial/business acumen 
• Attention to detail  
• Exceptional organisation skills and ability to prioritise effectively 
• High level initiative, enthusiasm, and self-motivation  
• The ability to think strategically and identify key opportunities and improvements. 
   

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ASICS is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, where everyones ideas and contributions are respected. We are committed to engaging a diverse workforce, and our hiring decisions are made with the best candidate for the role at the forefront. We encourage people of all ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds to apply to join our team.