Hype DC is Accent Group's premium, limited and exclusive sneaker retailer. With almost 25 years as one of Australia’s leading premium sneaker destinations, Hype DC continues to deliver a curated world class assortment of sneakers to our customers. Here at Hype DC, we are obsessed and committed to our people, our team and our customers are at the heart of what we do. As a key sneaker destination, we strive to deliver memorable experiences, a high-performance culture and operational excellence.

Hype DC is the leading sneaker authenticator in Australia and New Zealand, known for our curated selection of the latest footwear and streetwear trends. We are passionate about delivering exceptional products and experiences to our customers. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a talented Merchandise Planner to join our dynamic team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
• Employee discounts on products.

About the Role:
As a Merchandise Planner at Hype DC, you will play a crucial role in inventory management, analysis of key sales trends and be responsible for driving sales performance. You will analyse sales trends, manage inventory levels, and collaborate closely with our buying, retail and marketing teams to ensure alignment with our brand strategy. Your insights and planning expertise will directly influence our merchandising decisions and overall business success.

Key Responsibilities will include the following:

• Sales Analysis: Monitor sales trends and product performance to inform planning and forecasting decisions.
• Inventory Management: Develop and maintain optimal inventory levels to maximize sales and minimize markdowns.
• Forecasting: Utilize historical data and market insights to generate accurate sales forecasts and plan inventory replenishment.
• Reporting: Prepare regular reports on sales performance, inventory turnover, and other key metrics to support strategic decision-making.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with buying, marketing, and retail operations teams to ensure seamless execution of the brand strategy.

To be successful you will ideally have:

• Demonstrated 2+ years of experience in merchandise planning or inventory management, preferably in retail or fashion.
• Bachelors Degree or relevant qualification in Business, Merchandising, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and experience with planning software.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passion for footwear and streetwear culture.

At Accent Group Limited we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, physical and mental ability. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. The Accent Group acknowledges, and pays respect, to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the land. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Maori people.