Senior Merchandise Planner - Fashion Apparel

THE COMPANY

This highly regarded fashion business is recognised for its strong design aesthetic and commercially disciplined approach. With a predominantly digital-first model and growing international footprint, the business successfully balances creativity with data-led decision making. The culture is collaborative, performance-driven and low on hierarchy, giving senior team members genuine ownership and influence. Based in Sydney, the company services customers across Australia and offshore markets, with the majority of revenue generated through direct-to-consumer channels.

THE ROLE

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Merchandise Planner to step into a highly influential role with clear autonomy and visibility. Reporting to the Head of Merchandise, you will take full ownership of planning performance across a core apparel portfolio, partnering closely with design, buying and production to shape commercial outcomes. For the right individual, there is a clearly defined pathway into broader leadership within the next few years.

Day-to-Day
• Own end-to-end merchandise planning across their apparel range
• Build, manage and trade the WSSI from budget through to in-season execution
• Drive forecasting, intake, margin and stock flow decisions using data-led insights
• Partner cross-functionally with design, buying and production to influence range strategy
• Support a heavily DTC-led trading model with lower store dependency
• Contribute to the ongoing evolution of planning processes and commercial capability

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Demonstrated merchandise planning experience within apparel (essential)
• Experience operating at Senior Planner or Planning Manager level
• Proven end-to-end ownership of WSSI
• Strong exposure to DTC-led or digitally mature retail environments
• Comfortable working with high autonomy and influencing senior stakeholders

COMPANY PERKS

This role offers genuine decision-making authority within a growing fashion brand. You’ll be part of a capable, low-ego team with strong exposure to senior leadership and a clear progression pathway. The business values accountability, clarity and commercial thinking, offering a collaborative and modern working environment, as well as an all-round great place to work.

SALARY

Base salary $130,000 - $150,000 + Super, depending on experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Hit the apply button through Seek or send your resume directly to ralphg@tshr.com.au with the email title “Senior Merchandise Planner application” to be considered.

I am also recruiting across a range of Senior Merchandise Planner and Merchandise Planning Manager roles within fashion apparel and accessories, so confidential conversations are welcome if this opportunity isn’t quite the right fit.