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Planning roles in Sydney

2011-06-28T20:55:00.000+10:00

Merchandise Planning Manager
Large Multiproduct Retailer is seeking an energetic Planning Manager who has excellent analytical skills and exceptional managerial skills. You will drive the planning and allocation functions forward to achieve departmental KPI’s.
Salary: $130k-$150k + super

Merchandise Planner - Apparel
Our client is a household name when it comes to leading Australian retailers. They are seeking a Planner with superior forecasting and analytical skills together with a true passion for the retail world. This is a forward thinking company who embrace change and listen to their team. Previous apparel experience essential.
Salary: $70k - $100k+ super + bonus

Merchandise Planner - Well Established Retail Chain
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced accessories Planner. With a proven track record in 'thinking outside the box' and achieving fantastic results you are exactly what our client is looking for! Although accessories experience would be advantageous it is not essential and planning experience gained in other categories will also be considered.
Salary: $70k - $90k + super

TOPSHOP is COMING!!

2011-06-28T20:54:00.000+10:00

Yes it's true.. The UK's big player is on its way to Australia.... Sit tight and hold on to your hats!

Whats IN....

2011-04-28T22:41:00.003+10:00

Colorado to split
Colorado Group has been put on the market, with brands such as JAG and Diana Ferrari expected to be separated in the sale.

Target goes online
Target Australia has finally launched a new retail website, eventually following department stores Myer, Big W, Kmart and David Jones.

Arthur Galan: Recently defects from David Jones to Myer
Myer coups by luring Arthur who is expecting to double turnover.

DJ’s plays tough payment terms for suppliers
David Jones now wants a 3.25% discount for payment in 90 days and if you want your money in 7 says you get hit for 6% discount.

Majors get hours extended
The trading hours of Coles and Woolworths stores in the Cairns CBD have been extended on weekends, sparking an uproar from Night Owl stores in the CBD

Perfume chain collapses
High-profile fragrance retailer Perfume Empire has gone into receivership

NEWS HEADLINES

2011-03-31T11:29:00.001+11:00

Back to the future - Harvey Norman to eventually launch online store

Former David Jones CEO Mark McInnes has been appointed to head Premiere Investments' retail operations - including Just Group

JB Hi-Fi likely to pull Clive Anthony chain

Former Country Road CEO settles for $1.1m

Sportscraft, Saba secure Burberry Chief

David Jones - strong half year profit

Oroton - flat first half results

Reports of impending Colorado collapse were correct

NEWS HEADLINES

2011-03-17T09:41:00.001+11:00

- Maternity lingerie brand HotMilk has launched MilkMan

- EFTPOS changes to hit Fashion retailers

- Sass & Bide introduces bespoke boutique

- Pumpkin Patch profit cut in half and introduces a new chairperson

- Westfield welcomes new directors

- Bunnings gears up for hardware battle

- Japan quake is set to hit luxury goods worldwide

Industry News

2011-03-08T21:26:00.001+11:00

Borders Go Into Administration and Dymocks take advantage

Pumpkin Patch announce a 10% dip in sales 
David Jones announce a 0.1%decline in sales on the corresponding period last year

Witchery Man Launches in David Jones with 8 store roll-outs planned between now and July

Retail giant Specialty Fashion Group (SFG) launches Plus Size label – City Chic in the US market which is set to launch at the Curvy Revolution Convention in Las Vegas

Country Road Profit results carried by strong South African performance

INDUSTRY NEWS

2011-03-08T21:17:00.002+11:00

Store Manager - YOUNG FASHION

2011-02-24T22:05:00.002+11:00

Taking the Young Fashion market by storm this retailer is seeking a new Store Manager for their Top Ryde store. 45-50k plus super plus discounts... Call us now 02 9267 9000

NEW ROLE - STATE MANAGER - NSW

2011-02-16T10:11:00.000+11:00

INDUSTRY NEWS

2011-01-20T14:36:00.002+11:00

- Coles and Woolworths feature in Deloite’s Gobal Powers of Retail report

Woolworths features 25th rank globally reporting a revenue of $45.6bn and Wesfarmers featured 23rd rank $43.0bn turnover.

- Specialty Fashion Group report sales down 3.8% in the first half of 2010/2011

The SFG group owns Millers, Katies, City Chic, Crossroads, Autograph and La Senza.

- Retailers sales effected by the floods

Woolworths closed 8 stores, JB Hi Fi closed 12 stores, SFG reported 4 stores flood damaged. Many retailers have lead campaigns to raise money for donations to the flood appeal including Woolworths, Witchery and Trade Secrets.

- The Prime Minister backs overseas online shoppers

The high-profile campaign, led by the likes of Harvey Norman Holdings Ltd, Myer Holdings Ltd and Target, has appalled shoppers as they say it is their right to shop online. The PM will formally respond after they have the findings from the Productivity Commission. The Business Spectator reported her to say "I would be very reluctant to see Australians who are facing cost-of-living pressures not able to access shopping on the internet in the way they access it now.".

- David Jones adds 30 more brands to its portfolio

David Jones dropped brands including Simona and Arthur Galan to make way for the new brands. David Jones believes around 70% of women’s and men’s apparel brands are exclusive to David Jones allowing them a competitor advantage

HAPPY NEW YEAR - HAPPY NEW ROLES

2011-01-10T11:07:00.002+11:00

Please Vist:

http://www.jivaro.com.au/careers_fash_ops.htm

to check out all the new roles. Or call us: +61 2 9267 9000

Merchandise Planner Opportunities - Fashion, Softgoods & Hardgoods

2010-12-14T09:43:00.003+11:00

* Exciting Retail Opportunities, Working For Some Of Australia's Most Prominent Retailers

* Market Leading Salaries On Offer, Along With Great Bonus Packages

* Locations Spanning Melbourne & Sydney

Whether you are seeking a new challenge in a boutique business or your ideal next step is to join a large national retailer we will have a role to suit you.

Merchandise Planning Manager - Softgoods - Melbourne –Large Multiproduct Retailer is seeking an energetic Planning Manager who has excellent analytical skills and exceptional managerial skills. You will drive the planning and allocation functions forward to achieve departmental KPI’s.

Salary: $130k-$170k + super

Merchandise Planner - Electrical Portfolio - Melbourne - Its all about change!!! Our client is seeking a strong Planner who can come onboard at a very crucial time within the business. There are some large changes about to happen with this retailer and you could be part of it!

Salary $100 - $125k + super

Merchandise Planner – Menswear - Sydney –Growing discount retail business is seeking an experienced Merchandise Planner who has proven experience in planning volume driven product where value and quality matter.

Salary: $90k-$110k +super

Merchandise Planner - Large Successful Accessories Business - Sydney - Looking to join a company that offers structured, on the job training? Our client believes in investing time and money in developing their workforce, so with the chance to grow and develop further, this could be the role for you. One of Sydney's better in-house planning systems will make your job easier and more rewarding!

Salary $65- $100k + super + bonus

Womenswear Merchandise Planner – Melbourne – Are you ready to take on a challenge? Our client is seeking a Senior Planner to manage and develop a team of motivated individuals. Strategic, analytical and passionate about numbers....if that sounds like you, don’t delay, apply today!

Salary $90k - $110k + super + bonus

Merchandise Planner - Apparel - Melbourne – Our client is a household name among leading Australian retailers. You are looking to work for a dynamic, forward thinking company who embrace change. You have exceptional analytical skills and love working with numbers. Previous apparel experience essential.

Salary: $90k-$120k+ super + bonus

DDS Retail Giant, FMCG - Sydney – You will ideally have a passion for the fast paced world of DDS retail. With an understanding of planning ranges for high volume, discounted apparel, your skills could be a valuable asset to this great planning team.

Salary $100k - $125k + super

Merchandise Planner, Cosmetics - Melbourne – Growing National Retailer is seeking an experienced Merchandise Planner who has proven experience in the Merchandising Industry. You have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Cosmetic planning experience preferred.

Salary: $90k-$110k +super

Junior Merchandise Planner Handbags - Sydney – Our client is seeking to strengthen their planning team and you could be just the addition that they are looking for. They offer premium salary packages and all the benefits associated with working for one of Sydney's major retail chains!

Salary: $50k-$60k +super

Footwear Merchandise Planner, Well Established Retail Chain - Melbourne – An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Footwear Planner. With a proven track record incorporating lateral thinking and achieving fantastic results, this role could be your perfect fit! Don’t delay pick up the phone today!

Salary: $110k-$140k + super

Books Merchandise Planner – Melbourne – Looking to make a big impact on a department? This company want someone who isn't afraid to implement changes to benefit a portfolio. You will be given autonomy to trade your department. Books experience would be advantageous however not essential!

Salary $90k - $110k + super + bonus

Entertainment Merchandise Planner - Large Successful Retailer - Sydney - Looking to join a company that offers structured on the job training? Our client believes in investing time and money in developing their workforce, so with the chance to grow and develop further this could be the role for you.

Salary $80- $120k + super + bonus

Merchandise Planning, Well Established Retail Chain - Melbourne - General Merchandise – An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Apparel Planner with a proven track record in achieving sales, profit and stock targets. Don’t delay pick up the phone today!

Salary: $80k-$100k + super

Like to know more?

To submit your application, in strict confidence, please apply online using the appropriate link below or email:

recruitment@jivaro.com.au.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion call JIVARO Recruitment on:

+61 (2) 9267 9000

For a full list of our current vacancies please visit our website:

www.jivaro.com.au

INDUSTRY NEWS

2010-12-02T10:47:00.003+11:00

Zara set to change Australian retail landscape:

Zara is confirmed to open in Sydney’s Westfield and Melbourne’s Bourke Street Mall in 2011. According to Nathan Clarke, National directors of retail at Colliers International Zara’s strategy is to open 30 retail stores of between 1200 and 1700 square meters. Zara has 1400 stores across 77 countries including US, UK, China and Russia.

Australians shopping for Christmas early online:

Australian are shopping early online according to online retailer DealsDirect.com.au. The company says females are leading the online shopping charge, with 67 per cent of online sales being made by women and only 33 percent being made by men. The online retailer says people in metropolitan areas are doing more online shopping than those in regional areas.

NEW ROLE! GRAPHIC DESIGNER / WEB MANAGER

2010-10-26T11:30:00.003+11:00

Fantastic activewear company based in Sydney seeking a young and passionate Graphic Designer with web management skills! call us now: 02 9267 9000

Do you want a new role for the New Year!

2010-10-20T12:52:00.002+11:00

applications@jivaro.com.au

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Current Planning and Allocation Opportunities

2010-10-20T12:48:00.003+11:00

SENIOR PLANNER - YOUNG FASHION - MELBOURNE

PLANNER - WOMENSWEAR - SYDNEY

SENIOR APPAREL PLANNER - MELBOURNE

KIDSWEAR PLANNER- MAINSTREAM - MELBOURNE

ENTERTAINMENT PLANNER - MELBOURNE

ALOCATOR - SYDNEY

PLANNER - ACCESSORIES - SYDNEY

Call us today to discuss: 02 9267 9000

NEW ROLE- JUNIOR PLANNER

2010-09-21T12:00:00.002+10:00

Not sure what you are currently up to but we have a Junior Planning role within an accessories business based in Sydney that is paying around $60k plus super!

Please do advise if you would be keen to hear about this role... Or feel free to advise anyone you know that might be interested!

Thanks from the JIVARO team

Current Opportunities

2010-09-15T10:57:00.005+10:00

Fashion & Retail Opportunities in Australia

Please click on the below sectors to view current positions available.

PATTERN MAKING / TECHNICAL

NEW ROLES

2010-09-06T11:35:00.003+10:00

Please do keep an eye on our blog as we will upload new roles and industry info throughout the week.... for a full list of current vacancies please go to www.jivaro.com.au

Entertainment Planner - Sydney

2010-08-17T11:25:00.004+10:00

Entertainment Planner - Sydney

- Great Remuneration

- State Of The Art Offices

- Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment

This major retailer is in search of a Planner to play a key role in their continued growth and development in the retail sector. This role is considered to be pivotal in the success of their growing department. As a merchandise planner with a passion for strategic data analysis, a love of facts and figures and a keen 'can do, will do' attitude this company is looking for you! This role will require you to contribute to the growth and profitability of an established, high profile, leading Australian retailer. If you are up to the challenge, do not hesitate to join this innovative household name and be part of their long awaited future plans as they change the face of their business to lead the Australian market in their field! Experience within electronics and entertainment highly advantageous!

The responsibilities include:

Development of seasonal merchandise strategy
OTB Management
Inventory management
Achieving critical financial targets such as sales, stock turn and sell through
Creation and projection of planning strategies and theories that will enhance performance
Analysis of suppliers and critical assortment factors

To be successful for this role you will have:

4+ years experience as planner
Range planning and forecasting experience
Experience in leading and managing a team
Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
Ability to develop relationships with people at all levels within the business

Our Clients offer exclusive working environments, career progression and excellent remuneration packages.

Like to know more? Call us NOW: 02 9267 9000

Production / Patternmaker / QA Roles

2010-08-11T11:12:00.003+10:00

We have a variety of exciting opportunities within some of Australia's leading retailers in Melbourne and Sydney... Highly technical individuals are needed... Production / Patternmaking and QA to name a few!!!

Production Coordinator - Melbourne

– A fast paced young and fresh womenswear label is seeking a dedicated Production Coordinator who has the ability to prioritize to meet all tight deadlines and provide high attention to detail. They are looking for someone who has proven experience working within women's apparel and who knows the ins and outs of the entire production process...

Salary: $45k - $55k + super

Patternmaker - Melbourne

– Growing Retailer is seeking experienced Gerber Patternmakers. An individual who is able to interpret design sketches to develop highly detailed patterns and product specifications ensuring style requirements are met of fit, garment construction, the quality, timelines and the image of the label.

Salary: $60k-$80k + super

Patternmaker - Melbourne

– Mainstream womenswear retailer is seeking a manual pattern maker who has previous experience working on couture womenswear. They are seeking somebody who can use their experience with high end womenswear to benefit the quality of their ranges.

Salary: $60k-$80k + super

QA – Fast Fashion Womenswear – Melbourne

–Do you have QA experience working in a fashion house.. A fast fashion house is seeking a QA Officer who has a strong understanding of the whole production process from garment construction, product engineering, pattern construction/technology to dealing with offshore factories. Do you have the ability to be part of a smooth running production process? Apply now!!

Salary $55 - $65k + super

Knitwear QA Officer – Apparel – Melbourne

–With an amazing eye for detail and a passion and in depth knowledge of knitwear!!! Are you one of the few people who genuinely understands the technical aspects behind knitwear QA.......

Salary $55 - $65k + super

LOOKING FOR A NEW CHALLENGE

2010-06-30T14:17:00.002+10:00

We currently have a range of hot new career options across: buying, planning, design and technical roles.

New listing to arrive soon - WATCH THIS SPACE!

Current Buying Vancancies

2010-05-14T17:20:00.001+10:00

BUYER - YOUNG FASHION - MELBOURNE

LADIESWEAR BUYER - MULTI RETAILER - MELBOURNE

HOMEWARES BUYER - SYDNEY

DENIM BUYER - SYDNEY

ACCESSORIES BUYER - MELBOURNE

WOMENSWEAR BUYER - SYDNEY

CHILDRENSWEAR BUYER - SYDNEY

DIY BUYER - SYDNEY

Current Design Vancancies

2010-03-23T08:46:00.001+11:00

WOMENSWEAR DESIGNER - YOUNG FAST FASHION - MELBOURNE

WOMENSWEAR DESIGNER - MELBOURNE

DESIGN ASSISTANT - YOUNG WOMENSWEAR FASHION - SYDNEY

DESIGNER - MAINSTREAM WOMENSWEAR - SYDNEY

SENIOR DESIGNER - FAST FASHION - SYDNEY

ASSISTANT DESIGNER - FAST FASHION RETAILER - MELBOURNE

GRAPHIC ARTIST / DESIGNER - FAST FASHION - SYDNEY

CHINA BASED DESIGN ROLES - CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

Current Buying Vancancies

2010-03-23T08:40:00.000+11:00

WOMENSWEAR BUYER - SYDNEY

BUYER - YOUNG FASHION - MELBOURNE

KIDSWEAR BUYER - MULTI RETAILER - SYDNEY

KIDSWEAR BUYER - MELBOURNE

LADIESWEAR BUYER - MULTI RETAILER - MELBOURNE

MENS FORMALWEAR BUYER - MELBOURNE

FOOTWEAR BUYER - MELBOURNE

HOMEWARES BUYER - SYDNEY

Current Planning Opportunities

2010-03-08T22:44:00.001+11:00

JUNIOR PLANNER - ACCESSORIES - SYDNEY

SENIOR WOMENSWEAR PLANNER - MELBOURNE

JUNIOR PLANNER - MAINSTREAM WOMENSWEAR - SYDNEY

PLANNING MANAGER - ACCESSORIES - SYDNEY

PLANNER - WOMENSWEAR - SYDNEY

PLANNER - WHOLESALE - SYDNEY

CHILDRENSWEAR PLANNER - MELBOURNE

MATERNITY LEAVE PLANNER - 12 MONTH CONTRACT - MELBOURNE

INVENTORY CONTROLLER - HOMEWARES - SYDNEY

Current Design Vancancies

2010-02-02T12:03:00.000+11:00

WOMENSWEAR DESIGNER - YOUNG FAST FASHION - MELBOURNE

SENIOR DESIGNER - WOMENSWEAR WHOLESALE - SYDNEY

JUNIOR DESIGNER - YOUNG FASHION - SYDNEY

WOMENSWEAR DESIGNER - MELBOURNE

PART TIME GRAPHIC DESIGNER - MELBOURNE

ELEGANT WOMENSWEAR DESIGNER - SYDNEY

SENIOR KNITWEARWEAR DESIGNER - WOMENSWEAR - SYDNEY

DESIGN ASSISTANT - YOUNG WOMENSWEAR FASHION - SYDNEY

GRAPHIC DESIGNER - SYDNEY

NEW ROLE - HARDGOODS PLANNER - SYDNEY

2010-01-13T08:49:00.001+11:00

National Mutli Retailer
Sydney Based Head Office
$100k++

NEW ROLE - WOMENSWEAR BUYER - SYDNEY

2010-01-13T08:47:00.000+11:00

$$$ Excellent Salary Package
Excellent Training and Career Development
National Retailer with Fantastic Work Environment

Current Planning Opportunities

2010-01-04T13:54:00.001+11:00

JUNIOR PLANNER - ACCESSORIES - SYDNEY

PLANNER - LEADING RETAILER - SYDNEY

PLANNER - SOFTGOODS - MELBOURNE

PLANNING MANAGER - ACCESSORIES - SYDNEY

PLANNING MANAGER - MELBOURNE

PLANNER - YOUNG FASHION - MELBOURNE

ALLOCATOR - APPAREL - SYDNEY

JUNIOR PLANNER - MAINSTREAM WOMENSWEAR - SYDNEY

Current Buying Vancancies

2010-01-04T13:52:00.002+11:00

KNITWEAR BUYER - YOUNG FASHION - MELBOURNE

BUYER - PET CARE- SYDNEY

SENIOR BUYERS - DIY - SYDNEY

BUYER - JEWELLERY - SYDNEY

WOMENSWEAR BUYER - SYDNEY

CREATIVE MANAGER -YOUNG FASHION MELBOURNE

JUNIOR BUYER - YOUNG FASHION MELBOURNE

Our Reputation

2009-09-29T15:18:00.003+10:00

As professional recruiters for many years, we have built up a broad network of contacts to both source positions and candidates. Our reputation is built on many years of quality candidate submission's to professional firms worldwide.

If you require assistance with hiring the right calibre of candidate please contact us on: +61 2 9267 9000

What do you like / dislike about Recruitment Agencies?

2009-09-18T10:15:00.003+10:00

We are always trying to improve our service levels and to give the candidate the ultimate experience when dealing with us here at JIVARO. Please do advise with your comments on likes and dislikes when it comes to Recruitment Agencies... We would love to hear about them so we can be all things to all people!

What can we do better?

2009-09-09T09:51:00.003+10:00

At JIVARO we pride ourselves on matching exceptional candidates to their ultimate career... If you feel we can do anything better for you and your search for that ultimate job please leave us your comments... look forward to hearing from you!

Refer a Friend

2009-09-07T21:22:00.003+10:00

Have a shopping spree on us!

Just email the details of a friend who you feel we could help to referrals@jivaro.com.au or ask them to call us on +61 2 9267 9000 and make sure they mention you have referred them. If we find them a new job, you will receive a $200 voucher for a retailer of your choice shortly after they start! **

Please call JIVARO Recruitment on: +61 (0) 2 9267 9000
or email: referrals@jivaro.com.au

**terms and conditions apply please see website for details

E-commerce - It is no longer enough that a company has a website

2009-09-05T14:31:00.005+10:00

The future of e-commerce is here, and it looks a lot like social commerce, especially to younger generations whose daily lives are influenced by “checking in” online. To be effective, retailers today must understand how to operate in this new, evolving realm. Retailers are going ‘social’ on their own with blogs, forums and branded social networks on their websites. According to a new study from US market research firm, Forrester Research, 64% of retailers have made investments in social networking and social media, while another 22% plan to do so within the next 12 months. Recently, Starbucks used their Facebook page to introduce consumers to its new ice cream.
Source: The Australian Centre of Retail Studies

Our services

2009-09-03T23:10:00.005+10:00

With our vast corporate networking, JIVARO Fashion & Retail offers a virtually unlimited list of recruitment capabilities. Within our alliance are companies of all sizes. When it comes to recruitment, we offer our candidates a powerful resource and a recipe for success. Listed below is a list of services we offer:

Fashion recruiting | Career counselling | Resume design & formatting | Interview coaching & training | Industry contacts & networking

Confidentiality is our highest priority so please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have regarding our services.

Designer / Buyer - Young Fast Fashion

2009-09-02T21:40:00.001+10:00

Extremely successful and growing business is seeking a Product Developer with 3+ years experience - call us now: 02 9267 9000

PLANNING MANAGER - SYDNEY

2009-09-02T09:04:00.001+10:00

Sydney based Accessories company is looking for you!

NEW JOB!

2009-09-01T22:58:00.002+10:00

General Manager - High Fashion Retailer - Sydney. Call us now! +61 2 9267 9000

JIVARO Blog is here!

2009-09-01T22:07:00.002+10:00

The JIVARO blog will be updated with all current vacancies and up to the minute information...