Key Responsibilities Merchandise Plan Maximisestockavailabilitytothe customer Conductsku/storeanalysistodeterminestockallocationsper store Performeffectivestockallocationsacrossall stores Amendstockallocationsas requested Analysepastsalestrendstodeterminesuitablefuturestock allocations Identifyopportunitiestoincreasesalesthroughchangesinmerchandise allocations ProvideassistancetoAssistantPlannerandPlanner with inventory management Adviseonover/understockforadoptionintobuy/option/flow plans StoreGrading's& Assortments Performallocationsinaccordancewithagreedstore ranging Maintainmarkdownpriceconditionsanditemstatuswithin SAP Maintainreplenishment parameter loadsinSAP as directed Gatherandanalysestoreperformancewiththeviewofforwardstock requirements Understand and map individual store "DNA" to enhance the quality and quantity of stock that is allocated and managed by a single store WorkplaceHealth& Safety Report using documented procedures, all work-related injuries and unsafe situations, including 'near misses'toyourLineManager Abidebyallworkplacehealthandsafetypolicies& procedures Stock Management Ensure accurate and timely entry of all data Adjust purchase orders and allocations in a timely manner Verify accountability on PO Ensure advertised stock is in required stores in time for promotion and any exclusions are advised to Buyer,Planner and BA's in a timely manner Review store inventory holding and action future allocations to improve the stock to sales ratio Manage in stock of product Compliance Ensure all compliance standards are met within the allocation role Maintain knowledge of ACCC procedures Participate in regular training and updates with the Compliance Manager Ensure compliance with applicable laws in all media/advertising General • Perform all other duties as assigned Capability Profile Formal Education Qualification in Business with a major in Accounting or Finance (desirable) Skills and Knowledge Knowledge of the Planning process Relationship Building High Responsibility Attention to detail Operational expertise using a merchandise management system Experience Previous allocation experience is an advantage Previous store retail experience to understand stock flow cycles and impacts Intermediate experience using Excel (essential) Proven experience analysing data and numbers Competency Managing Work Effectively managing one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
Work Standards Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed
Communication Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message
Contributing to Team Success Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.
Decision Making Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions ; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
