Planner - Upstate Sport

Planner - Upstate Sport

Company: Cotton On Group

Location: Geelong

Work Type: Part-time (2 days per week)

Work Setting: Onsite

About Us

Bleacher Athletic, the sports division of Cotton On Group, develops licensed apparel and fanwear for the AFL, AFLW, and NRL. We are also the team behind Upstate Sport, a rapidly expanding women's activewear brand designed for both studio performance and everyday life. Upstate Sport integrates performance, style, and community. With ambitious growth plans, this role presents an opportunity to join the brand during a significant period and contribute to its future direction.

Further information is available at https://upstatesport.com.au/.

About the Role

As Upstate Sport continues its growth trajectory, we are seeking a part-time Planner to join the team. This position will support our vision through the analysis of sales performance, alongside stock and purchasing control, to optimise sales outcomes and identify new opportunities.

Collaborating closely with the Brand Manager and the broader team, you will partner with Product, Design, and other stakeholders to provide clear, data-driven insights that inform sound commercial decisions. Your responsibilities will include analysing historical data to forecast future sales and managing stock accuracy, flow, and volume to enhance brand profitability.

This role is an opportunity for you to advance your planning career and make a tangible impact through data.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in a Planner role, including exposure to sales budgets and the use of historical data for trend prediction.
• Confidence in analytical skills to support high-impact decision-making.
• Strong communication skills with the capacity to influence various stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with effective time management skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• In-depth knowledge of Retail Supply Chain Management.
• Ability to understand the implementation of technology and its effect on supply chain strategies.

Our Culture

We embrace innovative ideas and a proactive approach to achieving objectives. Our team collaborates effectively to produce strong results. We foster an environment that thrives on creativity and self-expression, making it an enjoyable place to work daily. We value our team members as close colleagues, prioritising their well-being both professionally and personally. Our commitment is to support and empower individuals to achieve their healthiest selves.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working arrangements and people-focused leave initiatives.
• Access to our world-class Support Centre, featuring an onsite restaurant and a state-of-the-art wellness centre with a complimentary gym and holistic health services.
• Subsidised onsite childcare centre.
• 50% discount across our brands: Cotton On, Cotton On Body, Cotton On Kids, Rubi Shoes, Typo, Factorie, and Supre.
• 24/7 Wellness support covering mental health, relationships, family, and more.
• Opportunities for local and global career advancement.
• Discounts for you and your family on medical, travel, financial services, and more.
• Performance and Peak incentives to acknowledge and reward team contributions.
• Returnity program: Paid support for new parents returning to work.
• Opportunity to bring your dog to work.
• Recognition programs and team connection events.

The Cotton On Group is proud of its diverse global workforce of 20,000 team members from numerous nationalities. We strongly welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to increasing the diversity of voices, experiences, and backgrounds within our workforce to drive inclusive outcomes for our team and customers.

If you require any specific accommodations to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at rec••••••••@cottonon.com.au to receive support with your job application.