Sarah & Sebastian
Merchandise Planner
| company: | Sarah & Sebastian |
| job title: | Merchandise Planner |
| location: | Alexandria |
| work type: | Full-time |
| level: | Mid-level |
Role Description
Sarah & Sebastian are excited to introduce a newly created role of Merchandise Planner into our growing merchandise team.
Reporting to the Senior Merchandise Planner, you will be responsible for managing the forecasting and inventory of our core product lines. You will ensure optimal stock levels, align with sales projections, and maintain budgetary constraints, all while driving profitability and supporting business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain accurate forward demand forecasts for evergreen collections at the SKU variant level.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and raw materials teams to align demand planning with in-house production capabilities.
- Manage inventory levels to ensure 100% in-stock availability for Icon lines across all locations.
- Optimize stock turn and minimize excess inventory while meeting business demand requirements.
- Work with supply chain, merchandising, and finance teams to manage spend within approved open-to-buy limits.
- Manage in-season trade optimization, ensuring inventory aligns with current demand in collaboration with the Supply Chain team.
- Utilize ERP systems to monitor stock movements, forecasts, and demand planning.
- Use business tools to manage forecasting at the Options Plan, WSSI, and MSSI levels.
- Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and business insights to make informed commercial decisions.
- Develop and present reports on inventory performance, demand trends, and key KPIs to stakeholders.
- Monitor commodity pricing (e.g., gold) and its impact on GP, providing recommendations on price changes to meet financial GP KPIs.
- Provide post-season reporting analytics and recommendations.
- Produce weekly trade reporting for Icon categories.
KEY SKILLS
- 2-3 years of demand planning experience in retail, preferably in fashion, jewellery or beauty.
- Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Demand Planning, or Merchandise Planning.
- Strong business acumen with data-driven decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with raw materials and in-house manufacturing is a plus.
- Positive, proactive attitude with strong initiative and attention to detail.
- Exceptional time management and adaptability in dynamic environments.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a committed team player.
- Alignment with our brand core values
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