Planning Lead

The Talent Mill AU & NZ - Designer, Luxury, Fashion Retail Recruitment; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A contemporary fashion recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Merchandise Planner to take full ownership of the planning function. This rare opportunity involves shaping the planning strategy during a phase of growth, collaborating with leadership to drive product and sales direction. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in fashion planning, strong commercial acumen, and experience in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in NetSuite is essential. Competitive salary and opportunities for influence in a growing business are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Senior planner within fashion or accessories.
• Strong commercial and analytical capability with a strategic mindset.
• Proven ability to refine planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end merchandise planning function across all categories.
• Lead seasonal planning and inventory strategy.
• Analyse sales performance to identify risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure commercial success.

Skills

Senior planning experience

Commercial acumen

Analytical capability

Planning processes development

Hands-on operation

Fast-paced environment adaptability

NetSuite experience

Job description

About the Brand

A contemporary Melbourne‑based fashion house known for its clean aesthetic and refined craftsmanship. The brand balances modern minimalism with unexpected detailing, offering pieces that feel both elevated and wearable. Rooted in a design‑forward approach, it brings a fresh perspective to traditional silhouettes, favouring sharp lines, thoughtful fabrication and an understated sense of luxury. With a strong local following and growing global presence, it embodies innovation, sophistication and confident simplicity recognisable without ever being overt.

Senior Merchandise Planner

You will take full ownership of the planning function as the business enters an exciting phase of growth. This is a rare opportunity to step into a newly defined role where you'll shape the planning strategy from the ground up, partner closely with the leadership team, and have real influence over product, sales, and future direction.

Responsibilities

• Own the end‑to‑end merchandise planning function across all categories and channels.
• Lead seasonal planning, OTB management, forecasting and inventory strategy.
• Analyse sales performance weekly/monthly to identify risks, opportunities and actionable insights.
• Develop frameworks and processes to support a scaling product operation.
• Collaborate with Design, Production and Leadership to ensure commercial success of collections.
• Produce accurate demand plans and highlight category/channel growth opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement across reporting, planning tools and ways of working.

Skillset

• 5+ years as a Senior planner within fashion, apparel or accessories.
• Strong commercial and analytical capability with a strategic mindset.
• Proven ability to build or refine planning processes in a growing business.
• Hands‑on operator who enjoys both detail and big‑picture planning.
• Experience working with NetSuite is essential.
• Confident working in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment where you are trusted to take ownership.

Contact

If you are interested in this role, please feel free to reach out to [e-mail]