Merchandise Planner

Merchandise Planner | Wholesale & Retail | Global Sports Brand About the Company We are an internationally recognized sports and fashion brand that prioritizes performance, innovation, and empowerment for both athletes and our valued customers. With a strong global presence and a dynamic work environment, we offer an exciting opportunity for a Senior Merchandise Planner to join our team and support the wholesale division in New Zealand while cultivating relationships with our global brand partners. About the Role In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for optimizing stock strategies to ensure a smooth product flow across our wholesale and retail channels. You will collaborate closely with internal teams to drive sales, improve forecasting, and enhance inventory efficiencies. Your efforts will be instrumental in building strong relationships with leading global sports brands. Key Responsibilities - Accurately load, allocate, and manage all seasonal orders and replenishment stock for key wholesale accounts. - Collaborate with internal teams to develop and align stock strategies aimed at optimizing inventory levels and driving sales. - Oversee all EDI seasonal orders for wholesale accounts, providing regular reporting and insights to stakeholders. - Continuously refine allocation and forecasting processes to improve efficiencies across both wholesale and retail operations. - Work in tandem with planning, buying, and sales teams to ensure a seamless stock flow and enhance overall business performance. About You We seek a candidate with proven experience in wholesale or retail merchandise planning, allocation, or inventory management. Strong numerical and analytical skills, along with advanced Excel capabilities (including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs), are essential. You should be able to interpret data effectively and provide meaningful insights that support decision-making. As a confident communicator, you will liaise with key internal stakeholders and external partners with ease. Attention to detail is crucial, as is the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a collaborative and adaptable team player who possesses a problem-solving mindset. Why You'll Love This Role We offer a competitive salary package, generous staff discounts, and free product perks. Our flexible work arrangements allow you to choose start and finish times that suit your lifestyle. You will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced global brand environment and become part of a supportive, high-performing team that values strong leadership and mentorship. This role is perfect for a Junior Planner eager to take the next step in their career—especially if you are commercially savvy, analytical, and looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity. We encourage you to apply now. Interviews are currently underway, so we invite you not to miss out on this exciting opportunity. Please note: To be considered for this position, you must have full working rights in New Zealand and currently reside in the country.