Occupation

619932 Merchandise Planner

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

619932 Merchandise Planner

Plans, organises and controls merchandise by analysing sales data and market trends to forecast product demand.

Skill level: 2

Main tasks

  • Analyses sales data and market trends to create merchandise plans on forecast product demand
  • Manages financial planning, forecasting and open-to-buy budgets
  • Collaborates with buying and marketing teams to develop and manage product assortments and promotional strategies based on market analysis and financial planning
  • Manages inventory across stores to ensure optimal stock levels, minimise excess inventory and prevent stockouts
  • Monitors sales performance and adjusts merchandise plans as needed
  • Conducts financial analysis to track profitability and make recommendations for improvement