Planner

JIVARO Recruitment; Victoria; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Australia is seeking a Merchandise Planner to shape the future of fashion. This role involves owning the Open to Buy process, partnering with buyers, and leveraging your apparel experience to maximize trade performance. Ideal candidates will have strong business acumen and Excel skills. The company offers salaries up to $145,000, flexible working arrangements, and a culture that values career development and employee engagement.

Benefits

Salaries up to $145K

Flexible working arrangements

Career development pathways

Generous product discounts

Engaged company culture

Qualifications

• Experience in fashion or apparel merchandising.
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Thrives in collaborative environments.

Responsibilities

• Owning the Open to Buy (OTB) process.
• Partnering with Buyers to deliver ranges.
• Analysing sales and stock to enhance trade performance.
• Leading or supporting junior team members.
• Driving growth through strategic insights.

Skills

Apparel experience

Strong business acumen

Confident Excel user

Team player

Strong communicator

Job description

Shape the Future of Australian Fashion.

Are you a commercially minded Merchandise Planner ready for your next big move?

I’m currently partnering with leading fashion retailers on a variety of planning roles – from Planner to Senior Planner and beyond – with packages of up to $145,000.

Whether you're looking to elevate your career, find a culture that truly values your ideas, or just explore what else is out there, I want to speak with you.

If you bring apparel experience (womenswear, menswear or kids), have strong business acumen, and are passionate about driving performance through numbers, range, and strategy – let’s talk.

What You Could Be Doing :

• Owning the Open to Buy (OTB) and reforecasting process
• Partnering closely with Buyers to plan and deliver ranges
• Analysing sales and stock to maximise trade performance
• Leading junior team members or supporting broader business projects
• Driving category growth through strategic insights and planning

Who I’m Looking For :

• Experienced Merchandise Planners with fashion / apparel experience
• Confident Excel users who can translate data into action
• Team players who thrive in collaborative environments
• Strong communicators who love partnering cross-functionally
• Those looking for a positive step forward in their planning career

What's On Offer :

• Salaries up to $145K (depending on level)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Clear career development pathways
• Generous product discounts
• Engaged, purpose-led company cultures

Let’s Connect.

If you're curious about what else is out there or want to be kept in mind for upcoming roles, hit APPLY NOW or reach out.

All conversations are 100% confidential.