Planner

Pedal Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedal Group is seeking a proactive Demand & Supply Planner for the Apparel category to ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time. You will drive data-driven decisions to optimise availability, reduce stock risk, and support strong commercial outcomes across the business.

The role requires ownership, analytical thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to grow within Planning and related functions across our Australian operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in demand planning, supply planning, or inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts across categories.

Skills

Drive

Adaptability

Resilience

Relevant experience

Analytical thinking

Autonomous work

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Excel skills

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

Pedal Group is the parent company of 99 Bikes and Advance Traders and is Australia’s largest bicycle company. Pedal Group operates 70+ bicycle retail stores, two wholesale distribution businesses, and a commercial property business. Originally from Brisbane, we now serve cyclists across Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.

Why Join Pedal Group?

At Pedal Group, we know that our people make the difference. Here’s what sets us apart:

• Recognition and rewards: Celebrate your success through monthly awards and events. Our top 10% of high achievers attend an all-expenses-paid Global Gathering—2023’s was in Whistler, Canada, 2024 was Hakuba, Japan, 2025 Cairns and 2026 was in Bali.
• Career growth: We promote from within wherever possible. Our team members have advanced to become Team Leaders, State Leaders, Product, Online, and Marketing Specialists, and even General Managers of overseas operations.
• Inclusive culture: We celebrate diversity and welcome people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
• Purpose-driven industry: Join a dynamic, growing sector that promotes health, sustainability, and community.
• Vibrant team environment: Work alongside passionate, capable people who take their work seriously—but not themselves.
• Ownership: Through our employee share schemewe now have 700+ employee shareholders.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Demand & Supply Planning role looking after our Apparel Category. You will play a critical part in ensuring the right products are in the right place at the right time. You will drive data-led decisions that optimise availability, minimise stock risk, and support strong commercial outcomes across the business.

We are looking for a proactive and analytical planner who takes ownership, challenges the status quo, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is a strong opportunity for someone with relevant experience who can hit the ground running, while continuing to develop their career in Planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts across categories
• Determine purchase requirements and manage order submissions in line with production timelines
• Maintain production and supply plans within internal systems
• Manage allocations to our retail network
• Make data-driven recommendations on forecasting, purchasing, and allocation decisions and communicate these effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Continuously improve forecast accuracy and reduce out-of-stock risk across key segments
• Partner with Buying, Merchandising, and Operations teams to influence commercial outcomes
• Manage inventory to balance availability, efficiency, and quality outcomes
• Support weekly and monthly planning cycles, including forecast reviews and performance analysis
• Identify and drive improvements across systems, processes, and data utilisation
• Deliver clear, actionable reporting and insights to the Planning team

Skills and Experience

• DRIVE - Demonstrates strong ownership and accountability, with the ability to proactively identify opportunities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environmen
• ADAPTABILITY - Thrives in changing environments, quickly adjusting to new priorities, challenges, and business need
• RESILIENCE - Maintains focus and momentum under pressure, overcoming setbacks and navigating ambiguity with a solutions mindse
• RELEVANT EXPERIENCE - Brings prior experience in demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, or a related analytical role, with the ability to quickly contribute and add value
• Strong analytical capability with a data-driven mindset
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with NetSuite ERP (or similar systems) preferred but not essential