Merchandise Planning Manager

Supercheap Auto is a thriving specialty retail business, specialising in automotive parts and accessories. As the inaugural Super Retail Group brand established in 1972, Supercheap Auto has since grown into a major specialist retailer with over 300 stores across Australia and New Zealand and more than 3,800 team members. Supercheap Auto attributes its success and expansion to the emphasis placed on team members, stores, and an extensive product range.

We are on the lookout for a people and team focused leader.

Collaboration is the key – We are not looking for a lone rider, but one that partners with their drivers.

Someone who can take a high performing team to the next level. You inspire, and lead by example through a strong and aspirational work ethic, full of passion and motivation to succeed not only for yourself, but for the team who helps you get there.

You are coming from a large-scale business; therefore, you understand the complexities of large data, and how the analytics helps drives outcomes, which in turn assist your decision-making and take risks…

How else do you think we got to being a $1.8b business- BY TAKING CALCULATED RISKS.

SCA is a brilliant and fun brand, with an exciting future- why wouldn’t YOU want to be a part of that club?

PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE WILL BE BASED IN BRISBANE

Start 2024 on a high, come and join us in the Sunshine State, where it’s full of sunny days and picturesque tropical beaches. If you are looking for a sea change, then this may be the right time to move.

More About The Role

To lead the Merchandise Planners to ensure alignment across the Business units and to achieve the overall Merchandise Planning financial plan. Maximise sales, profit, and return on investment through accurate and effective management, execution, and communication of the merchandise financial plans for Supercheap Auto.

We are looking for a commercial operator who is skilled in merchandising and has a passion for leadership. This key role reports into a GM, is part of our leadership team and will be involved in operational strategy.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Contribute to the development of the Merchandise Planning strategy and oversee the implementation of the strategy to deliver the financial outcomes for the Supercheap Auto business.
• Provide input into development of merchandise financial planning KPI’s and objectives, in addition to monitoring the achievement of scorecard targets.
• Manage the merchandise financial planning forecasting process to ensure a timely delivery of highly accurate forecasts each month of full balance set financial metrics.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve business priorities.
• Lead and develop a highly functional, technically capable, and successful team who consistently deliver on KPIs.

To Be Successful In This Position You Will Have

• Experience in Retail Merchandise Planning
• Experience in the management of Sales, Gross Profit, Stock, GMROI and Stock Turn
• Financial and budget management skills, OTB Management experience
• High interpersonal and professional communication skills
• Ability to influence and lead in matrixed corporate environment.
• Big box retail background preferred; no automotive experience needed.

We Offer

• Flexible work arrangements, hybrid set up between the office and home
• Commitment to your professional development with ongoing opportunities for progression
• Generous Team Member Discounts across all Super Retail Group brands
• Perks Program including discounts on health and well-being, entertainment, travel, and accommodation and more

Our Culture of Inclusion

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, and Super Retail Group strive to create an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply to any of our vacant positions.

Application

Interested candidates for this role should submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter detailing their specific skill and experience. Shortlisted candidates may be requested to participate in a one-way video interview as part of our selection process.