It is an exciting time here at Michael Hill. As we move into The New Era so does our product. We are looking for a Planning Assistant to join our global Planning Team, full time at our Support Centre in Cannon Hill, Brisbane.

This is an opportunity to provide expert support to the Planning Team. You will effectively manage the administration, data and system requirements for the relevant Department, whilst working closely and learning from our Merchandise Planners. This essential role will help drive category sales, profit and inventory efficiencies for our retail and Ecomm business.

This exciting role would be a great segway into Merchandise Planning for a current stock inventory coordinator, allocations, stock analyst, or an administrative professional who is a whiz in excel looking for a change in career. A passion for retail is a must!

In this hands-on role, your Primary responsibilities will be to:

• Assist the global planning team in all areas of weekly, monthly and adhoc reporting
• Use advanced administration skills to help ensure data integrity for the planning department
• Work in various systems such as D365, PIM, Jasper, Onyx & Excel simultaneously ensuring the systems align through outstanding attention to detail and monthly audits
• Provide Planner with analytics and suggested actions to support assortment decisions
• Assist in aspects of the ranging process with the Merchandising team including managing inventory target levels by SKU/store
• Raising and tracking purchase orders
• Communicate information effectively to multiple areas of the business and suppliers 

The successful applicant must have:

• Strong excel skills & a love of spreadsheets!
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and desire to follow through with processes 
• Strong communication skills to partner effectively with cross-functional teams
• Ability to work proactively in a team environment as well as independently
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and problem solve

What we have to offer:

• Be part of a Global Planning team with Retail and Ecomm platforms
• Brisbane based Global Support Centre Office, parking on site
• An inclusive and diverse culture committed to your professional development
• Amazing discounts on a full range of our brilliant products

We would love for you to personalise your cover letter to tell us more about you & your top skills! Please include any excel skills as this will be highly regarded.