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Reporting into the Head of Planning, this role is a crucial member of the team developing and driving the right category mix. The right candidate will play a key role in implementing and managing the OTB, optimising inventory & sales by ensuring that we are getting the right stock to the right place at the right time. APG & CoA leader in the Australian fashion industry, APG & Co designs and manages Sportscraft, SABA and JAG. For over 50 years, APG & Co. has curated, grown and evolved these brands to be at the forefront of Australian fashion. We celebrate our history while allowing our brands to express themselves in contemporary, relevant and authentic ways.We have an unwavering commitment to design and quality across all aspects of our business. This commitment, when coupled with our creativity and passion allows us to bring great brands to life in engaging and surprising ways.APG & Co has over 1000 employees across Australia and New Zealand. This role is based in our beautiful head office in Mascot.The working environment is dynamic, professional and passionate. The mission: Bringing Style to Life. APG & Co values working as a collective, thriving on change, and playing to win. We are built to last. The RoleIn conjunction with Buyer, develop and manage the seasonal merchandise strategy, implement budget and KPIsBuild range and options plans to achieve financial plans across all categories.Accountable for in-season trading and forecasting, managing sales and Stock Levels, OTB and Gross Profit.Leading monthly forecast meetings to brand leadershipAchieve critical financial targets such as Sales, Stock turn and sell throughManage stock levels and implement markdown/discounting activities which maximise our exit position (GP%) to determine seasonal buying and aide marketing activities.Identify essential lines, analyse their performance, and forecast sales potentialManage in-season and post-season performance, to identify best practice, lessons learnt, and improve performanceReplenishment/Inventory management â balance between stores and warehouse in line with sales planSet store grading strategy and review store performance, analysis, and model stocksBe the lead for data integrity and effectively navigate through the systems within the brand/business.Maintain effective relationships with Key stakeholders within Retail Brand divisions i.e. Finance, retail, product, marketing and digital teamsMentor and coach Allocator YouExperience working in a similar role for at least 5 years.Experience with a merchandise planning tool eg. FSR an advantageAbility to work in an agile, high-pace and changing environment, react appropriately and efficiently, and identify solutionsIn depth knowledge of planning and practices pertaining to the retail industryCommunicates effectively complex concepts to a broad level of stakeholders.Interprets and actions findings of complex data and analytics to improve the businessAbility to build and leverage relationships across the businessAble to work collaboratively, take on feedback and switch gears quickly and seamlesslyConfident and effective communicator with an ability to influence the broader business and drive key decision makingProvide leadership through coaching, mentoring and regular feedback to direct reportsTakes a strategic and customer orientated perspective to the businessAttention to detail and time management skills.Highly developed numerical skills, including accuracy and interpretation.A good understanding of general fashion retail principlesAbility to work effectively autonomouslyStrong numerical and & analytical skills Where do I sign?As part of the APG family you'll enjoy plenty of exciting rewards and benefits.50% discount on all brandsFlexible working - hybrid of work from home and in our beautiful officesTrue work / life balance, including 4pm Friday finishBirthday leaveCulture Club - monthly social events, monthly morning tea and moreAn Employee Assistance Program for you and your familyPaid Parental LeaveRecognition and Service awardsEmployee Referral ProgramStyle your career in a new direction - apply now and join our talented team.
AUD
Australia - NSW
Sydney
CBD, Inner West & Eastern Suburbs
Mascot
2020
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