Data-Driven Inventory & Replenishment Planner

Harvey Norman; Strathfield Municipal Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted purchases on products

Free on-site parking

Proximity to Flemington station

Job summary

Harvey Norman is seeking a Merchandise Planner to join our Homebush West team. Reporting to the Head of Merchandise Planning, you will manage product allocation within Australia, optimise stock levels, and ensure right quantities are in the right place at the right time.

You will collaborate with Merchants and Suppliers, forecast inventory, and support trade decisions to drive sales across a large-format store network. This role is based onsite with access to parking and nearby transport options.

Qualifications

• Meticulous approach to merchandise planning, inventory management, allocation, replenishment or a similar analytical retail role, with strong organisational and time management skills.
• Clear and confident communication, able to translate complex ideas into actionable outcomes.
• Collaborative spirit and the ability to build strong relationships across teams.
• Knack for navigating challenges and influencing outcomes through thoughtful analysis.
• Confidence working with digital tools beyond the Microsoft 365 Suite and a proactive approach to learning new systems.
• Deep understanding of retail operations, particularly in large-format stores with extensive product ranges.
• Instinct for interpreting market trends and aligning them with customer demand.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Merchants to identify the most effective product assortment for their category.
• Support supplier collaboration efforts aimed to optimise in-stock and inventory objectives.
• Plan and collaborate with key cross-functional partners for trade decisions to drive sales.
• Assist in inventory forecasts in conjunction with the Merchants and Suppliers.
• Oversee replenishment strategies with Allocator to optimise stock levels and maximise sales.
• Conduct a weekly/monthly reforecast to identify risks, opportunities and corrective actions required to achieve financial objectives.
• Provide timely monthly reporting analysing sales performance, identifying trends and opportunities/risks.

Skills

Merchandise planning

Inventory management

Allocation

Replenishment

Data analysis

Job description

Harvey Norman is seeking a Merchandise Planner to join our Homebush West team. Reporting to the Head of Merchandise Planning, you will manage product allocation within Australia, optimise stock levels, and ensure right quantities are in the right place at the right time.

You will collaborate with Merchants and Suppliers, forecast inventory, and support trade decisions to drive sales across a large-format store network. This role is based onsite with access to parking and nearby transport options.