Who We Are:
At Bed Bath N’ Table we are in the business of helping our customers to turn their houses into homes where they can create wonderful and lasting memories with family and friends.
Operating since 1976 and with over 190 stores across Australia, New Zealand and Singapore (and growing!), Bed Bath N’ Table is a true Australian owned business success story.
Ready to help turn everyday spaces into places people love to live in?
The Role - 12 Month Parental Leave Cover
In this role, you will report to the Head of Planning and take ownership of driving sales and inventory performance. Your focus will be on maximising ROI, ensuring sales potential is fully realised while minimising stock outs or excessive markdowns. You’ll balance the art and science of planning, navigating everything from store space constraints to warehouse considerations but always having the customer top of mind.
As our Merchandise Planner, you will shape strategies that put the right products in the right places at the right time. If you enjoy blending creativity with data and find satisfaction in seeing a well-crafted plan come to life, this role will suit you perfectly. This will mean you have strong commercial instincts and a results driven mindset.
Working closely with many of our departments, you’ll rely on your relationship building skills to influence outcomes and collaborate effectively.
You’re also someone who lifts others. You’ll support your team in a way that encourages innovative thinking, smart decision making and continuous improvement. With a calm, solutions focused approach, you will navigate the fast-paced nature of the role and stay one step ahead.
What will you do:
- Working with Product development teams in selection of items.
- Own and manage merch plans by region, with a focus of driving sales, maximising GP and stock turn.
- Build and manage pricing structures including exit strategies.
- Build accurate forecasts of your portfolio by week and report on progress.
- Manage and report on results for your portfolio.
- Conduct Post Seasonal Reviews.
- The quantification of promotional, seasonable and core product ranges.
- Lead and mentor a direct report working collaboratively to achieve goals.
Your Experience:
- Previous Merchandise Planning experience within a retail environment, 3-5 years.
- Highly developed merchandising planning, analytical and strategic skills including retail mathematics and performance reviews.
- Advanced in Microsoft excel and merchandise processes and systems
Who you are:
- someone who is as passionate about great product and smart planning as we are.
- Passionate, solutions focused and able to work in an ever-changing fast-paced retail environment
- A team player and collaborator.
Why Join Us:
- Be part of a passionate and innovative Planning team that works together and has fun.
- Generous Staff discount on full price and reduced items.
- Great inner-city location in the vibrant Glenferrie café district of Hawthorn, close to public transport
- Competitive salary package
We Would Love to Hear from You:
If you have the skills, experience and motivation to succeed in this role and want to be part of a friendly and supportive team environment we want to hear from you.
Apply now to find out more!