Merchandise Planning AssistantHybrid

Join Baby Bunting’s Merchandise team and help shape the future of our NZ business.

We’re looking for a highly organised, data‑driven Merchandise Planning Assistant to support demand forecasting, inventory management, and trading performance across key departments for our NZ business. You’ll work with Relex to build accurate forecasts, manage stock availability, and provide insights that help the Merchandise team make informed decisions.

If you love turning numbers into insights and want to build a career in merchandise planning, this is a great opportunity to grow with a supportive, high‑performing team.

*Please note - this role is based in Australia, managing our NZ business.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse sales trends and promotional activity to build accurate demand forecasts in Relex.
• Maintain strong inventory management practices and achieve in‑stock targets (99% for Always Available lines, 95% for core ranges).
• Prepare purchase orders, replenishment recommendations, and support budgeting cycles.
• Validate data, maintain planning documents, and ensure system accuracy across stores.
• Monitor delayed orders and liaise with suppliers, the DC, and Merchandise teams to resolve availability issues.
• Assist with KPI reporting, including GMROM and GMROI performance metrics.
• Support markdown planning, promotions, and stock builds.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment on forecasting and planning outputs.

What you’ll bring

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret data and make sound, evidence‑based decisions.
• Proficiency in data entry and basic data analysis.
• Financial awareness to support OTB, budgeting, and profitability.
• Understanding of retail operations and merchandising principles.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Highly organised, able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced retail environment.
• Adaptability, resilience, and a continuous improvement mindset.

What's in it for you ✨

🌱 Training pathways designed to encourage personal growth and professional development

🛍️ Employee discount – enjoy great savings across our range

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family discount to support the people who matter most

👶 Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers

💉 Annual flu shots to help keep you healthy

🏡 Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home for better balance

🤝 A dynamic, friendly team environment where you’ll be challenged and supported to achieve personal and business goals

💬 Access to our Employee Assistance Program for additional wellbeing support

Please note;

• Every employer in Australia has the obligation to ensure that employees have the relevant working rights. All successful applicants will need to undergo a Right to Work check.
• Due to the intimate and personal nature of our work, successful applicants will also need to undergo a National Police Criminal History check.

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