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full time
Auckland, New Zealand
We have an exciting opportunity to join our management team as Senior Merchandise planner. Managing a small team, you will be driving Nature Baby’s all aspects of Merchandise planning solutions.
We are looking for an experienced Merchandise planner with a high level of commercial acumen, numerical and analytical skills, who can capture Nature Baby’s vision whilst driving for continuous improvement. This role reports into the Head of Product & Procurement.
What you'll do:
• assist in the development, implementation, and communication of the brand merchandise planning strategy to maximise profitability and gain market share
• assist financial planning and Provide direction to consequent product planning and inventory management process
• manage core and seasonal flow of stock to all sales channels in order to identify opportunities to increase sales, improve margins, optimize inventory and reduce markdowns
• meticulously manage Company OTB that maintains optimum stock requirements throughout trading periods
• develop and manage the seasonal Multi channel buying plans for sign off
• develop and maintain sound Inventory Management and Supply Chain
• processes, KPI’s and reporting, to ensure ‘right product at the right time and at the right place
• produce accurate and timely Weekly, Month and End of Seasonal reports to help the management make clear and concise actions
• provide leadership, support, coaching and regular feedback to enable all staff to effectively perform their role and meet their potential
What you'll bring:
• 5+ years in a multi-channel retail environment
• excellent analytical & numerical skills with exceptional attention to detail
• be able to work in a fast moving retail environment and meet strict deadlines
• familiar with OTB planning, category and buying plans
• passion for sustainability, ethical products and conscious consumption
• commercial acumen coupled with excellent teamwork, communication, and prioritising skills
• advanced computer skills in particular ERP, Excel, Outlook, On Tempo is a must
To apply for this role please send your CV, portfolio & cover letter telling us why you would be great for the role and would love to work with us: hiring@naturebaby.com
our values
purity
Organic, natural and chemical-free. Our clothing is made of organic cotton and merino, without the use of harmful chemicals, leaving nothing on your baby’s skin except pure goodness.
quality
Well made with the best materials. We search high and low for materials, fabrics and products to meet baby’s changing needs, choosing only the best for you and your baby.
useful
Only the essentials that you need. We focus on creating classic and practical styles that can be everyday essentials for your baby.
caring
Soft on the skin, and on the world. All our clothing and products are produced in a way that cares for the earth and its workers.