About Smiggle

Smiggle is recognised around the world for its market-leading school supplies, stationery & gifts, it’s vibrant product designs, and its creativity and ability to deliver on the promise of fun. Smiggle is one of the most exciting and innovative children’s brands in the world – with over 300 stores across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, with wholesale and distribution partnerships in many countries around the world. With much more growth ahead, Smiggle is the place where a smile meets a giggle; and there’s no better place to work and build your career!

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Planner to join our Smiggle Planning team. Reporting to the Planning Manager, you will work as a commercial partner with the Product Manager in order to maximise the financial performance of the brand by developing and managing the gifting and accessories department financial plan. 

Responsibilities

• Build the seasonal budgets in conjunction with the product team
• Build, implement and manage assortment plans to achieve department financial KPIs
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the financial projection
• Working with product design and sourcing teams to provide feedback on merchandise
• Undertake appropriate pre & post review preparation and analysis
• Control the department stock levels and stock turn
• Undertake key in-season and post-season analysis
• Actualising line projections and participating in forward forecasts with Planning Manager

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years experience in merchandise planning would be advantageous 
• Expertise in sales forecasting, budgeting, option planning, managing the OTB and inventory management
• Passion for retail with an analytical mind
• Able to demonstrate sound relationship management and influencing skills
• Excellent commercial and business acumen
• Excellent working knowledge of Excel & Word

Perks

• Generous staff discount and access to our sample sales
• Central office location based on St Kilda Rd, with direct access to the picturesque Fawkner Park
• Work closely within a high performing, supportive and collaborative environment
• Coffee lover? Indulge in daily subsidized coffee and food options at our onsite café

Above all, we are looking for someone with enthusiasm and who is a great team player. If you are looking to take the next step in your Planning career, then we want to hear from you. Apply now!