Merchandise Planner - Outdoor Living at The Warehouse Group

Kaipātiki, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Merchandise planning, Financial acumen, Assortment planning, Product lifecycle management, Demand planning, Forecasting, Data analysis, Stakeholder management, Communication skills, Influencing, Commercial mindset, Retail strategy

Industry

Retail

Description

Company Description The Warehouse Group (TWG) has become a Kiwi household name, and we proudly recognise the role that we play in communities throughout New Zealand. We are the largest general merchandise retailer in NZ across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery & Noel Leeming. We are at an exciting point in our journey where our focus is on becoming brand-centric, aiming to deliver an unparalleled experience for our customers. Agility and collaboration are cornerstones of our work culture, empowering us to adapt swiftly and work seamlessly together. By being brand-led and retail-focused, we are intentional about placing the right people in the right roles, allowing us to perform work that truly makes a difference. At The Warehouse Group, we believe that creating great outdoor spaces enhances everyday living. We’re committed to offering innovative products that inspire our customers to make the most of their outdoor environments. We’re now looking for an experienced Merchandise Planner to help shape this space, someone who can turn insight into action, optimise performance and ensure our customers find the products they love, exactly when they need them. Job Description As the Merchandise Planner for Outdoor Living, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial success of our category. With your strong financial acumen and commercial mindset, you'll collaborate closely to optimize assortment planning, manage product lifecycle, and stay ahead of seasonal trends. Key responsibilities include: Analyse product performance data, identifying opportunities for improvement Set budgets and review forward plans to drive profitability Optimise stock-flow and product lifecycle management to maximize ROI Conduct demand planning and forecasting, incorporating promotional and seasonal impacts Translate data insights into actionable strategies and compelling narratives Communicate effectively with key stakeholders to align on objectives and strategies Collaborate with Buyers to develop assortment plans and control category spend Qualifications You understand retail and merchandise planning; you always have customers front of mind and can interpret data into stories, translate customer mission strategies into actionable decisions that deliver results. All things that describe you – collaborative, excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, strong influencer. To be considered for this role you must meet the following minimum requirements: Proven experience in retail and merchandise planning Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into commercial decisions Decisiveness in a fast-paced environment Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Additional Information We offer a dynamic, flexible and supportive team environment working with like-minded people within a business that cares about and recognises individuals. We also offer a range of benefits that work for you, your lifestyle and your career which include flexible working arrangements, team member discounts, wellbeing support, leave benefits and more! MAKE SUSTAINABLE LIVING EASY AND AFFORDABLE FOR EVERYONE! Don’t hesitate. APPLY Contract Type: Permanent

Responsibilities

The Merchandise Planner will optimize category financial performance by managing assortment planning, product lifecycles, and seasonal demand forecasting. They will collaborate with buyers to translate data insights into actionable strategies that drive profitability and meet customer needs.