Since 2011, THE ICONIC has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand. As the #1 fashion e-commerce destination in the region, our e-commerce platforms (Retail, Marketplace and Services) provide an inspiring and seamless end-to-end customer experience. We DREAM BIG through collaboration and innovation, and are supported to bring incredible ideas to life. We believe in making a positive difference by bringing on the future of shopping to  our customers through the power of fashion, sports, home and beauty.   

We are a diverse and dynamic community of over 1,000 people working towards a common goal. This diversity is at the heart of everything we do and gives real meaning to our purpose “To bring on the future of shopping”. This diversity is at the heart of everything we do and gives real meaning in creating a positive impact in the world, from our ethical sourcing and sustainability strategies to our community engagement and diversity.

Our People & Purpose 

Our Planners are an eclectic mix of strategic problem-solvers and creative analytical thinkers who love products. They analyse and forecast financial and product trends, review the performance of our products, and make sure that sufficient stock is available. They also work with brands and suppliers to negotiate price structures, delivery dates, specific merchandise requirements and contracts so that we continue to meet our goals. They are key in rolling out company-wide projects and have a keen eye for process improvement and streamlining – they are dedicated to efficiency and love the numbers. 

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Planning Manager to join our Own Brand team to help us evolve the landscape of Australian e-commerce and fashion. If you are a highly skilled planner and love all things fashion then please read on!

Reporting to the Planning Director, this role will be responsible for driving the Own Brand Planning team & working closely with departmental planning teams. As part of the planning team you will be responsible for maximising business profits and meeting the strategic direction of the business through effective management of merchandise from conception to sale. As the leader in the Own Brand Planning team you will support, coach and mentor team members to achieve business goals.

About the Role

• Drives the segment strategy and contributes to the wider business strategy
• Develops a mid to long term strategic view to drive growth and profit for the segment that compliments the company mid to long term targets
• Rolls up and presents the over segment strategy, ensuring a comprehensive strategy pack backed by a solid financial plan is delivered and implemented
• Leads company wide projects from a Category Management view, providing support and ensures completion
• Suggests actions to take based on potential future concerns, either based on economic or social trends
• Anticipates the Manager’s needs and prepares documentation, analysis or responses ahead of time
• Works closely with the Manager to maximize profit for the season
• Monitors all facets of the segment, implements plans for any underperforming departments and identifies ways to potentialise opportunities to still deliver segment KPI’s
• Drives the focus for marketing campaigns and support.  Ensures promotional activity delivers the best possible outcome, retaining margin
• Supports Company Planning with management of reporting Company wide and GFG
• Works closely with other Planning Managers to have a united Category Management approach
• Collaborates cross functionally, establishing strong relationships with key departments.  Uses these relationships to strengthen Category Management and the segment's position
• Drives projects and improvements that require support and input from key stakeholders across the business
• Challenges, develops and inspires their team.  Keeps calm in the face of challenges and retains a positive demeanour
• Demonstrates strong communication and management skills, ensures deadlines are met and the team have a clear understanding of what is required of them at all times

Key Skills

• Previous experience working for an eCommerce Fashion retailer is desirable
• 5+ years in Merchandise planning Management is desirable
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Expert knowledge of Excel
• Strong commercial acumen & instinctive trading skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels with an open and honest approach
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines & work under pressure
• Proactive mindset with the ambition to drive improvements
• Thinking ahead mentality to continuously challenge the status quo
• Collaborates cross departmentally, establishing strong relationships with other Category Management departments. Uses these relationships to strengthen department’s position
• A love for all things Fashion
• Embraces and drives positive change across the department
• Embodies THE ICONIC values and refers to the values when setting goals and KPIs

Life at THE ICONIC

From our ways of working to our growth mindset and sustainable approach, we each add unique value and have an incredible amount of fun doing it! People are our greatest asset and our ICONITE experience is designed to empower you to do your best work. Here’s what to expect when you join THE ICONIC:

• Flexible working. We offer a hybrid and flexible working model so you can do your best work in a way that works for you
• The learning  collective. Get your knowledge fix with our learning days & hackathons
• Parents at THE ICONIC. Access to our parental leave program and an extra day off for your kids' first day of school every year 
• Birthday leave. Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday and an ICONIC voucher to treat yourself
• Curate your style. No matter what your style is, we have got you covered with our Amazing staff discount and our famous sample sales
• Wellbeing. Access to our discounted gym memberships and wellbeing programs
• People  first. Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Volunteer days. Work as a Charity Partner with Thread Together for society and environmental change.
• Furry friend. We are a dog friendly office for anyone who wants to bring their fur baby to work.
• Refer a friend. Enjoy a  referral reward for successfully referring someone to THE ICONIC!

Our culture of learning is an environment that supports and encourages the collective discovery, sharing and application of knowledge. This helps us to continually improve, achieve goals and attain new possibilities every day. From our ways of working and collaboration to our growth mindset and sustainable approach, we each add unique value and have an incredible amount of fun doing it! To read more about our purpose, mission and principles, please visit our Careers page: https://www.theiconic.com.au/playbook/careers

We are committed to providing reasonable arrangements to all individuals participating in our application and interview process, and while performing job functions. If you require any accommodations or adjustments prior to the submission of your application or throughout your interview process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team directly: [email protected]