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ABOUT SHOES & SOX

Shoes & Sox provide specialised shoe fitting services for children in over 80 locations across Australia, from a toddler’s first steps to their final school shoe. We create career and customer experiences that enrich the lives of children throughout our 80+ stores in Australia and beyond.

ROLE IN A NUTSHELL

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for retail planning? We are looking for an experienced Merchandise Planning Manager to lead a dynamic team and drive our merchandise strategy. In this role, you will ensure the effective procurement, allocation, and forecasting of stock to achieve and exceed sales budgets and margins. You’ll collaborate with key stakeholders across buying, e-commerce, and retail to ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time.

This is a 14 Month Fixed Term Contract Covering Parental Leave.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing planning team to drive results.
• Oversee stock planning, forecasting, and allocation to ensure balanced inventory levels.
• Manage key planning tasks, including Trade Reports, Range Plans, and Warehouse Monitoring.
• Drive financial performance through effective OTB & WSSI management, budget allocation, and inventory strategy.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and key stakeholders to enhance planning efficiency.
• Present insights and strategies to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making.

ABOUT YOU

• Proven experience in a Planning Manager role (2+ years) within a retail environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and manage a team.
• Financial and analytical expertise in OTB, WSSI, and sales forecasting.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to interpret data and drive strategic decisions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to build effective relationships.
• Technical proficiency in IT systems and Excel (Macros, Pivot Tables, V Look-Ups).

JUST SOME PERKS WE OFFER

• Pet-friendly workspace – Yes, your furry friend can join you at work!
• Epic discounts – Up to 50% off top brands like Reebok, Superdry, and Clarks!
• Exclusive LK Group perks – Treat yourself to savings at Daniel’s Donuts, Hommey, Snooze & more!
• VIP access to sample sales – Get first dibs on incredible deals
• Leave when it matters – Paid parental leave, volunteer leave & purchased leave options.
• Novated leasing – Drive your dream car with ease.
• Loyalty rewards – We celebrate your milestones with generous service awards!
• Well-being matters – Free access to Mental Health Professionals through our Employee Assistance Program.
• And more…Because work should come with awesome perks!

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?

If you are a results-driven Planning Manager with a passion for optimising stock strategies and leading high-performing teams, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career.

ABOUT BRAND COLLECTIVE

Brand Collective is one of Australia's most prominent apparel, footwear & sport groups, operating our omnichannel offer across 300+ stores with over 3,000 team members, a comprehensive online business and an extensive wholesale network. Our portfolio ranges from iconic heritage to timeless contemporary, from street culture to considered craftsmanship, and from private label to international luxury fashion brands. We bring brands to life!  

At Brand Collective our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we! We value diversity and inclusion in all forms, thus hire based on capability and performance. If you feel like your skills align with the role and company culture, apply today to bring brands to life!

Please note: at this time, Brand Collective are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role, and will not be liable for any unsolicited candidate profiles or associated fees. We encourage applicants to apply directly to this posting if they would like to be considered for this opportunity. The advertising of this role may close earlier than the listed date, and we encourage applicants to apply early.