Merchandise Planner – Direct-to-Consumer (ANZ)

About the role

Arc'teryx is seeking a commercially‑minded Merchandise Planner to shape its Direct‑to‑Consumer (DTC) business across Australia and New Zealand. You will be a key stakeholder in the seasonal Go‑to‑Market process, balancing brand storytelling with commercial performance.

Key responsibilities

• Build and execute guest‑focused assortments for Retail and eCommerce channels.
• Develop financial and visual seasonal assortment plans aligned to commercial targets.
• Support seasonal forecasting and buy planning across assigned categories.
• Analyse consumer trends, local market insights and competitor activity to identify opportunities and risks.
• Drive assortment optimisation, seasonal flow and store capacity planning.
• Partner with HQ and local teams to ensure assortments meet channel and guest needs.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Brand, Retail, eCommerce, Marketing, Demand Planning, Allocations and Supply Chain.
• Monitor product lifecycle performance to optimise sales, margin and sell‑through.
• Deliver detailed reporting and analysis on category and product performance.
• Utilise historical and current sales data to forecast inventory and in‑season trading performance.
• Support monthly and seasonal product launches and take decisive action to improve sell‑through.

Required profile

• 2+ years’ experience in merchandise planning or buying within DTC or wholesale channels.
• Proven experience in local merchandise planning for women’s apparel.
• Strong understanding of merchandise planning processes, forecasting and inventory management.
• Advanced analytical abilities and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in apparel, footwear, outdoor or sporting goods is highly regarded.
• Tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce or a related discipline preferred.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel proficiency.

What we offer

• Competitive salary with bonus and superannuation.
• Free Arc'teryx product and generous allowances to support an active lifestyle.