To assist with the development and execution of Store and Merchandise Financial Plan

• ·       Collaborate with cross functional teams to assist in compiling departmental strategy in line with Group strategy.
• ·       Develop and present seasonal department channel strategy  
• ·       Consider all group inputs, including strategic initiatives, key operational metrics, and post-seasonal analysis.
• ·       Analyse historical sales data by product and store, market trends, and customer demand to inform MFP. 

To assist with the development and execution of Assortment Plan

• ·       Work together with Planner/Senior planner and Buyer on the planograms and correct catalogues for the stores
• ·       Work together with the Senior Planner/Planner to sign off the pres mins for each CC by grade (private label)
• ·       Work together with the Senior Planner/Planner to sign off the pres mins for each CC by store (brands)
• ·       Review and ensure grade assortment can be executed given available space & customer insights reports.
• ·       Look for opportunities using in depth store analysis to look for range optimisation opportunities within stores

 To assist and support Senior Planner / Planner to leveraging insights.

• ·       Manage all allocations to stores on new product launches and new store openings on time
• ·       Manage all auto allocations by checking weekly reports on allocations to stores
• ·       Pre-season engagement with Central Planning Analysts to review and refine analytics (APS, Profiles & Sales Profiler)
• ·       Analyse customer feedback, store sales data, product sales data and market trends to make data-driven decisions and better inform future product demand.
• ·       Manage planning admin in all applicable systems in line with the requirements of the Woolworths Beauty merchandise cycle.
• ·       As a team, conduct competitive shopping and store visits and share findings to Leadership and broader team.
• ·       Participate in weekly trade meetings to discuss business performance with appropriate action focus.
• ·       Participate in company initiatives as appropriate.