Merchandise Planner

we are looking for 1 Merchandise Planner to join our team in Halminton as soon as possiblen New Zealand : NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above.

In some instances relevant experience and / or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include :

monitoring sales data and stock levels, and studying trade, manufacturers' and market information to keep informed of changing market conditions

negotiating purchase, promotion and supply arrangements with suppliers

designing and implementing pricing, marketing, promotional and display strategies

liaising with management on long-term planning and sales promotions

establishing working plans according to seasonal and budgetary requirements

anticipating consumer trends and determining quantity, style and quality of goods to be purchased

inspecting, comparing, selecting and valuing wool by determining colour, yield, micron and length

inspecting and buying wool at auction, in wool brokers' stores and in farm sheds

receiving samples from scoured wool exchanges

may visit freezing works to buy slipe wool