Merchandise Planner

We're looking for a detail oriented and analytical Merchandise Planner to join our team in supporting our global business in all things product and merchandise.

A little about us...

At Bailey Nelson, we’re all about changing how our customers see the world and how the world sees them. We are a tightknit bunch of down to earth individuals who look for ways to relentlessly improve on everything we do, every day. We are a tightknit bunch of down to earth individuals who look for ways to relentlessly improve on everything we do, every day.

We believe our team is the secret to our success. Our people and the interactions we have with one another and with our customers are what defines the essence of who we are, and why we are fast becoming the smarter choice in eyewear for our customers.

About the role...

Reporting to the Head of Product, This role is driven by a commitment to deliver a well-planned range of products that are in the right place, at the right time across the Global Business.

Some of your Key Duties & Responsibilities

Line Planning & Inventory Management:

• Following the critical path for the department and meeting all critical path timelines

• Execute forecasting by category and country

• Develop merchandise financial plans, manage the MSSI, option plans, manage OTB, inventory, sales and profit for all categories

• Ensure that the right products are ordered and allocated to the stores at the right time

• Follow seasonal plans and pricing strategies to meet sales target, getting stock in the right places across the right months

• Develop and manage the inventory levels for each store, ensuring optimal stock levels while minimising excess inventory

• Analyse and look for opportunities globally, taking into account the local market

• Lead the global end-to-end Stocktake process, reviewing for opportunities and developing processes to drive efficiencies and increased accuracy

Performance Analysis & Reporting:

• Conduct rate of sale & sell thru reporting & sales reporting to budget

• Conduct the analysis of sales trends and forecasts future demand

• Conduct trade reviews for all categories globally and make appropriate actions

• Analyse product trade data in season, to identify trends and opportunities and make recommendations to implement changes that drive improved sales performance

Your skills and experience

• Demonstrated previous experience in a Merchandise Planning role

• Experience in forecasting, budgeting, range planning, managing OTB and inventory

• A highly analytical mind and a love of diving into large data sets to understand and plan for excellent range performance

• A strong leader, who is invested in the development of their team

• Excellent commercial and business acumen

Why should you join us?

• Personal and professional growth in a fast paced environment where critical thinking and adaptability are key

• Tighknit culture and work environment

• Generous BN product allowance for all team members

• Paid Parental Leave Scheme

• Hybrid/flexible work arrangements

If this sounds like the role you've been searching for, don't sit back and wonder what might have been. We want to hear from you!