WE ARE THE STYLE AUTHORITY! Witchery is an Australian fashion brand, delivering on-trend pieces that capture fashion’s latest mood. We’re a daily source of inspiration, as we empower today’s women to express themselves through our collections wherever their life or ambition may take them.  

As our Merchandise Planning Manager, you will lead the planning function and play a critical role in shaping the commercial success of the brand. Partnering closely with Buying, Design, and Sourcing, you will set the strategic direction for the season, translating product vision and trends into actionable, results-driven plans.

You will drive financial performance across sales, margin, and inventory, leading your team to deliver strong in-season trading outcomes.

With a sharp commercial lens, you will identify opportunities, manage risk, and ensure the right product mix and stock strategy to maximise profitability and support brand growth.

If this sounds like a role that suits, we would love to hear from you!

**Please note that this is a 12 month FTC**

How you will contribute

• Develop and manage the financial performance according to budget forecast measured by Sales, Gross Profit & Stock Management
• Effect trading decisions through competitor analysis, product in-take to ensure that GP is maximised
• Brief and sign off of the promotional calendar/advertising in conjunction with Marketing and Design
• Analyse, recommend and finalise divisional forecasts by providing strategic and corporate viewpoints to determine most credible forecasts for current season and subsequent seasons
• Facilitate and drive a weekly assessment of the divisional performance & provide strategies on the actions required to maximise opportunities missed
• Along with the Design & Buying, set the range direction in line with the company design and financial strategy to meet customers needs
• Set the selling price for all channels – concession, retail
• Support with leadership growth plan and development for direct reports and ensure all team completed at all levels in team
• Provide leadership across merchandise planning, promoting vision and motivation for the team; ensuring clear paths of communications and information flow are developed and executed
• Drive a performance achievement culture through a focus on the development of team members skills and capability.

Capabilities we value 

• Strong industry experience from a merchandise background in apparel preferred with a keen aesthetic and affinity with product & brand essential
• An understanding of general business practices
• Proven management experience and ability to lead and motivate large teams.

What we offer

• Bi-annual product allowance, access to sample sales and 40% discount for you and your immediate family across all CRG brands
• Flexible work environment to support work-life balance
• Flex your leave your way, including birthday leave, volunteer leave, personal leave and more
• Access to health and wellbeing support, including Health Insurance, 24/7 EAP counselling and financial advice services
• 18 weeks paid parental leave program for eligible employees with return-to-work clothing allowance
• Internal career opportunities across our House of Brands
• Annual learning calendar to support your ongoing development
• Support impactful community and charity partnerships across our House of Brands, including OCRF, Our Watch, First Nations Reconciliation, Movember, Red Cross and Landcare.

Who we are 

Country Road Group is one of Australia’s leading lifestyle brand houses, home to an iconic portfolio including Country Road, Trenery, Witchery, Mimco and Politix. United as One Team, we work collaboratively across our House of Brands to create exceptional product and meaningful experiences for our customers. We are Courageously Curious, exploring new ideas, perspectives and ways of working, and Driven by Purpose to make a positive impact—on our customers, our communities and each other. We’re proud to foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and has the opportunity to grow.

Recognised as a sustainability leader in Australian fashion, Country Road Group drives positive change through ambitious climate action, ethical sourcing, and responsible product innovation.

We encourage you to explore our Current Opportunities and we look forward to connecting with you! 

Country Road Group acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to Elders past and present. 

We’re committed to inclusion and accessibility. If we can support you with any adjustments at any stage, please let us know.