Assistant Planner - Fashion Retail Forecast & Range

Forever New Clothing Pty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount 40%

Coffee & lunch subsidy

Birthday/loyalty leave

LinkedIn Learning

Parental leave

Referral incentives

Wellbeing initiatives

Learning & development

Awards & recognition

Parking subsidy

Richmond HQ

Global reach

Job summary

Forever New is seeking an Assistant Planner to join the high-performing Planning team in Melbourne. You will support seasonal planning, forecast performance, and drive data-led decisions to optimise range and stock across stores and online.

Collaborating with Senior Planner, Allocation Analyst and Buying, you’ll analyze trends, manage open-to-buy, and help build a customer-first assortment. A strong numerical mindset and growth mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years experience in retail planning, allocations, or similar.
• Strong Excel skills and knowledge of planning systems and WSSI.
• Commercial awareness and financial acumen.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support seasonal planning and category strategy in line with financial and customer goals.
• Track trade performance and respond to sales trends to maximise opportunity and manage risk.
• Work closely with the Buying team to develop a well-balanced and customer-first range.
• Monitor WSSI and assist with open-to-buy management.
• Liaise with Allocation to optimise store performance and ensure right stock, right place, right time.
• Manage intake, stock flow, markdowns and promotional activity with accuracy and care.
• Conduct regular store and warehouse visits to maintain product visibility and insight.
• Coach and support the Allocation Analyst, helping them grow their skillset and impact.

Skills

Retail planning experience

Excel skills

WSSI planning systems

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Organised

Team collaboration

Fashion/business degree

Education

Degree in fashion or business

Tools

Excel

Planning software

Job description

FOREVER US

This year, we celebrate 20 years of Forever New.

Our story started with a simple premise; to create moments worth remembering through the pieces in her wardrobe. Twenty years later, we've built a global Australian fashion brand loved across more than 25 countries.

THE PERKS WE OFFER YOU

As a valued member of the Forever New family, you'll enjoy a wide range of rewards and benefits, and be part of a team that genuinely values your contribution:

• Enjoy a generous 40% employee discount, including periodic family & friends offers
• Coffee lover? Indulge in daily subsidised coffee and lunch at the café downstairs
• Celebrate loyalty and life moments with birthday and loyalty leave
• Access to ongoing learning and development through LinkedIn Learning courses

Benefit from paid parental leave, helping you balance family and career

• Gain recruitment referral incentives for bringing exceptional talent into the team
• Take part in wellbeing and sustainability initiatives, supporting both you and the planet
• Grow with continuous learning and development programs
• Be recognised for your contributions through awards and recognition programs
• Enjoy subsidised car parking and a vibrant Richmond head office location
• Gain exposure to a global business operating across 5 continents

YOUR DREAM OPPORTUNITY

Join our high-performing Planning team as an Assistant Planner and play a key role in supporting the success of one of Forever New’s fastest-growing categories.

Working closely with our Senior Planner, Allocation Analyst and Buying teams, you’ll help drive performance through smart forecasting, strategic range planning and data-led decision-making. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong analytical skills, a love for product, and a drive to build a long-term career in planning.

GET EXCITED TO:

• Support seasonal planning and category strategy in line with financial and customer goals
• Track trade performance and respond to sales trends to maximise opportunity and manage risk
• Work closely with the Buying team to develop a well-balanced and customer-first range
• Monitor WSSI and assist with open-to-buy management
• Liaise with Allocation to optimise store performance and ensure right stock, right place, right time
• Manage intake, stock flow, markdowns and promotional activity with accuracy and care
• Conduct regular store and warehouse visits to maintain product visibility and insight
• Coach and support the Allocation Analyst, helping them grow their skillset and impact

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU OFFER US

You’ll bring energy, a keen eye for numbers, and an understanding of how product comes to life in a retail setting. Most of all, you’re hungry to learn and ready to grow.

• 2–3 years’ experience in retail planning, allocations, or similar
• Strong Excel skills and knowledge of planning systems and WSSI
• Commercial awareness and financial acumen
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organised with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
• A collaborative mindset and genuine passion for product
• A relevant degree or qualification in fashion, business or a related field

OUR VALUES

Whether we’re building our next range, partnering with stores or trading a season, these five values guide everything we do:

• Think Customer
• Respect for All
• Keep it Simple
• Take Responsibility
• Act with Pace

Join Forever New and shape your future in fashion with a team that values your growth, supports your development and celebrates your wins. Apply now to make this your moment.