- Location
- New Zealand Support Office
- Type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Join Petstock NZ and help drive inventory performance, commercial outcomes, and category success.
We are looking for an experienced Merchandise Planner to join our New Zealand Merchandise team. Reporting to the Merchandise Planning Manager NZ, you will play a key role in forecasting, inventory management, financial planning, and delivering data driven insights that support business growth.
Where you will add value
Developing and managing category budgets, forecasts, and inventory plans.
Driving stockturn, GMROI, and inventory productivity outcomes.
Analysing sales, inventory, and category performance to identify opportunities and risks.
Managing seasonal buy plans, forecasting, and Open To Buy (OTB) processes.
Partnering with Merchandise, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to achieve commercial objectives.
Providing reporting, insights, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
Building strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business.
What sets you apart
Previous experience in Merchandise Planning, Inventory Planning, or a similar retail planning role.
Strong forecasting, analytical, and commercial acumen.
Experience with inventory management, replenishment, allocation, and budgeting processes.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities.
A positive, proactive approach and passion for delivering results.
Why Petstock?
At Petstock, we are passionate about pets, people, and the planet. You will join a supportive team where collaboration, growth, and making an impact are part of everyday work.
Ready to take the next step in your planning career? Apply now and join the Petstock family.
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At Petstock we are passionate about supporting the communities we're part of, where possible we aim to hire candidates from the same geographic region (typically within an 80km radius) to strengthen community connections and support local economies. Whilst we do not prioritise local candidates over others, we recognise the benefits of hiring individuals who have unique insights into the local community.
Our diversity makes us better...we are a diverse team with varying strengths and an inclusive organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all.
We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds who wish to be part of a culture where everyone can proudly be themselves.
