Job Description
Discover why Harvey Norman is one of New Zealand’s leading retailers by joining our Bedding Product team as a Merchandise Planner, based at our Head Office in Manukau. This is a newly created role, with an opportunity to learn the functions of the buying team, and make it your own. This is a full-time Monday to Friday role which allows for work-life balance.
In this role, you will:
- Plan and manage inventory levels and ordering for the Bed Linen category
- Analyse category performance
- Manage pricing of the Bed Linen category, including promotional campaigns
- Oversee the Critical Path of product life cycle
To be successful in this position, you will bring:
- Experience in category management or merchandise planning in a similar field essential
- Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- The ability to analyse and guide sound pricing, inventory, and advertising decisions, based on data
- Have a strong attention to detail
- Fast and accurate data entry skills
- An understanding and strong interest in design, furniture, colour, bedroom, bed linen, and décor
About the benefits
Our staff make our brand amazing and over the last 25 years have built our business into one of NZ’s leading retailers. Working with us means you get access to some exclusive staff perks, including:
- Discounted; gym membership, eye care, dental care and banking products
- Exclusive staff discounts on our products
- Access to Employee Assistant Programme Services (Raise)
- Long service recognition at each of your 5-year milestones
At Harvey Norman it’s never just a job, it’s a career. If you’re the kind of person who’s dedicated, people-oriented, loves tackling new challenges and has an interest in retail, you’re perfect for us. You’ll be encouraged to show your entrepreneurial side and, if the opportunity arises, explore a role you feel best suits your skill set.
We pride ourselves on being a market leader and have a great track record of providing high quality products and outstanding customer service. Here at Harvey Norman we are proud to boast that all our General Managers and retail Store Managers have been promoted from within the business. This is your opportunity to learn from the best and grow to be one of the best!
Don’t miss this opportunity, APPLY NOW!
Harvey Norman was founded in Australia in 1982 and was introduced to New Zealand in 1997. Since starting in New Zealand, Harvey Norman has become a household name, with over 45 stores nationwide plus offsite warehouses, commercial offices and the Auckland Support Office.
Our diverse team is made up of over 2000 individuals who each bring a uniquely dynamic expertise to the workforce. Harvey Norman continues to grow throughout New Zealand with new stores opening each year and our team grows with us. We also offer a range of employee benefits, including great staff discounts within our stores.