Lead the Future of Retail Planning – Business Manager, Soft Goods at BCFHybrid

Are you a strategic retail planning expert with a passion for leading high-performing teams? We're on the hunt for a Business Manager – Merchandise Planning to lead our Merchandise Inventory & Planning team. You’ll play a key leadership role within our soft goods business unit, aligning inventory forecasting and replenishment strategies to supercharge sales, gross margin, and stock efficiency. 

 Key Responsibilities 

• Manage multimillion-dollar stock turn, P&L, and working capital. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Merchandising, Supply Chain, Marketing, eCommerce and trade partners 
• Create and drive seasonal financial plans to meet and exceed BU targets. 
• Oversee sales, margin, and inventory performance — keeping your finger on the pulse of the business. 
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of planning professionals — keeping engagement and capability sky high. 

What we are looking for

• Strategic smarts: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute merchandise planning strategies that drive commercial results. 
• System expertise: Strong hands-on experience with merchandise planning systems, forecasting and replenishment tools (e.g. JDA, SAP, BW), and advanced Excel proficiency. 
• Category planning acumen: Skilled in planning for complex merchandise dynamics including size curves and seasonality across various product categories. 
• Financial fluency: Confident managing multi-million-dollar stock positions, optimizing stock turn, and driving P&L outcomes. 
• Analytical excellence: Capable of interpreting large datasets to extract insights and drive business decisions.  
• Collaborative style: Exceptional communicator and cross-functional collaborator who builds strong partnerships at all levels of the business. 

Why Join BCF? 

At BCF, we're more than retail – we're a community built on passion for the outdoors. Part of the Super Retail Group, you’ll have the stability of a powerhouse brand and the freedom to make your mark. 

We offer: 

• A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team culture 
• Ongoing leadership development and growth opportunities 
• Great staff discounts across our iconic brands 
• Assistance considered for relocation to Brisbane with hybrid work flexible working 

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and be part of a team that plans smarter, works better, and celebrates success together. 

Our Commitment to Inclusion: Super Retail Group celebrates diversity and fosters a workplace culture of inclusion. We know that a diverse and inclusive environment benefits our employees and enhances our customer experience.