At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you’ll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you’ll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD™.
YETI is seeking a highly analytical and data-driven, Planner who can utilize historical data and forward strategy to forecast our sales and inventory across multiple channels and regions to support our continued growth. You will manage the investment in inventory for assigned categories, whilst analyzing category performance and identifying opportunities for continual improvement in sales, stock-turn and stock position.
You will be a key voice and influence across your category, by providing category insights and stories that align to overall business objectives. You will facilitate range reviews, providing valuable feedback and insights to the team to adapt and adjust.
You are responsible for the right stock, in the right place, at the right time by maintaining and submitting our monthly demand plan, identifying and acting on stock opportunities and allocating stock to the correct channels and regions. This is a collaborative role, working closely with the Operations , Sales and Wholesale partners, as well as with the key stakeholders across YETI globally. You will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrating adaptability and a results-driven mindset.
Responsibilities:
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Demand Planning: Updating, maintaining, and submitting our monthly demand plan
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Analyse sales trends, market data and historical performance to develop accurate demand forecasts
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Collaborate with sales, marketing and operations to align forecasts with business objectives
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Monitor and adjust forecasts based on market changes, marketing/events activities and feedback
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Ensuring inventory levels are optimised to meet demand whilst minimising costs and stock-out
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Identify risks and opportunities in the demand planning process and recommend solutions to improve for better results
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Reporting: Create, maintain & interpret reports and action based on business requirements to support strategic decision making
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Analyse and validate stock replenishment with global supply team to maintain optimal stock levels
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Assist in the development and execution of GTM plans to meet sales targets and drive product/category strategy
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Analyse and look for opportunities globally and applying insights to local market
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Conduct in-season performance reviews and recommendations to achieve sell-through
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Develop and maintain plans for key products and manage optimal inventory levels
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Allocation & replenishment: Support in managing allocations across all channels and markets
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Teamwork: work collaboratively and build strong relationships with multiple teams within the business
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Lead the development and execution of YETI’s ANZ category strategy, including product mix, pricing, promotion and distribution
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Drive sales and margin growth through effective category management practices to enhance customer experience and achieve commercial objectives
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Develop and implement strategies for categories and channels including product mix, positioning, product life-cycle and key selling strategies (in collaboration with Wholesale, Marketing and Digital)
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Drive alignment and transparency with the Sales, Marketing, Product/Merchandising teams, with a focus to improve customer experience and drive sales across all customer segments and channels
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Leverage data and insights to understand customer trends, driving continuous improvement and sustainable brand growth
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Collaborate across teams to ensure efficient on-time delivery of products, marketing campaigns and promotions in-line with business objectives
Qualifications and Attributes:
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At least 2+ years’ experience in planning or demand planning in Fashion Retail, FMCG or large format retailer with multiple channels and markets
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Bachelor’s degree highly desired in related fields (Supply Chain, Finance, Business), but not essential based on field experience
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Advanced Excel Skills
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Experience using BI tools (eg Power BI, Tableau) and IBP advantageous
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Extensive analytical and reporting experience
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Strong ability to interpret data and results, and turning this into action
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Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
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Ability to problem solve and be agile
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Exceptional attention to detail
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Strong commercial acumen
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Strong time management and organizational skills
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Must be a team player, able to work within tight deadlines on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a positive attitude
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Optimistic, energetic and collaborative
Any offer of employment with YETI is contingent on a successful criminal background check and successful reference checks.
YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees. We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD. Find out more about our commitment to DE&I at yeti.com/esg.html.
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YETI Melbourne, Victoria, AUS Office
43 – 49 Buckhurst Street, Level 1, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3205
