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Assortment Planning Specialist (Fixed Term Contract)

Pandora
North Sydney, AUS
Full Time, Contract
Mid
Hybrid
Discovered 3 weeks ago

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Own the ANZ Product Assortment

Develop and manage the ANZ assortment across categories, collections, metals and price points

Determine which products should be broadly distributed and which should be selectively ranged

Manage product lifecycle decisions, including newness, core assortment and exit strategies

Ensure local product data and assortment information is maintained and optimised

Drive Forecasting and Commercial Performance

Own the ANZ sell-out forecast by product and collection across all channels

Analyse product performance and identify opportunities, risks and gaps to plan

Align forecasts with launches, campaigns, promotions and seasonal trading events

Partner with Merchandise Financial Planning and Global teams to recommend corrective actions

Lead New Product Planning

Develop ANZ recommendations for new product buys and local product needs

Partner with Global teams to influence newness selections for the market

Recommend unit buys within agreed financial plans and open-to-buy frameworks

Support Wholesale & Partner Channels

Develop product recommendations and assortment packages for wholesale partners

Monitor performance and refine future recommendations based on sales outcomes

Ensure pricing and product strategies support strong commercial performance

Analyse, Influence and Collaborate

Lead weekly product performance reviews and seasonal hindsight analysis

Translate customer trends, competitor activity and category performance into actionable recommendations

Work closely with Marketing, VM, Sales, Wholesale and Global Merchandising to align product priorities and execution plans

Act as the ANZ voice of product within the broader Pandora organisation

About You

We're looking for someone who combines strong analytical capability with commercial curiosity and a genuine passion for product.

You'll bring:

Previous experience in Merchandise Planning, Assortment Planning or a similar commercial planning role

Experience within retail, fashion, lifestyle, FMCG or other consumer-led industries

Strong forecasting, analysis and range planning capability

Advanced Excel skills and the ability to work confidently with large datasets

Experience influencing stakeholders and presenting recommendations to senior audiences

A commercial mindset with the ability to translate insights into action

You'll Be Successful If You Are

Commercially minded and highly analytical

Comfortable making recommendations and owning decisions

Curious about customer behaviour, trends and product performance

Confident influencing stakeholders across multiple business functions

Organised and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

An excellent communicator who can simplify complex information

What's In It For You?

We are the largest jewellery brand in the world and our people are an integral part of our success. Our commitment to unforgettable career progression is just the start.

We offer:

Generous staff discount on all Pandora products

Birthday leave and a birthday gift

Learning and development opportunities

Health care benefits

Hybrid working arrangements (3 days in the office, 2 days working remotely)

Career development within a global organisation

A supportive and collaborative team culture

Why Pandora?

If you DREAM , DARE , CARE and DELIVER , Pandora could be the perfect place for you.

Join a global brand where you'll have the opportunity to influence product strategy across Australia and New Zealand, shape assortments that drive customer demand, and collaborate with teams across the world. You'll be supported by a talented and passionate team while building a rewarding career with a leading global retailer.

Ready to Apply?

Apply now and become part of a global brand where your ideas, expertise and career can truly shine.

Pandora's recruitment procedures are designed to be transparent and fair for all candidates. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace free from bias and discrimination.

If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know as soon as possible.

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