Key Responsibilities:
Influencing and implementing the relevant brand's merchandise strategy
Financial and strategic management of the various products e.g. product planning, controlling open-to-buy, allocations, reviewing weekly & monthly figures
Management of the range assortments and replenishment
Management and implementation of distribution strategy e.g. analysing stores profiles & sales trends, developing promotional & range distribution by store & cluster
Monitor and manage inventory levels which include optimising stock levels and reducing excess
Collaborative partnerships with external stakeholders including internal buying and operational stakeholders to maximise sales, analyse performance and optimise stock levels
Communication with stores and field
Qualifications and Experience:
A relevant tertiary qualification
Proven working experience as a Planner (3 - 5 years)
Trader mentality and tech product experience is advantageous
Skills:
Strong business acumen and merchant thinking
Excellent verbal and written communication
A high degree of numeracy and analytical thinking
Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as individually
Methodical approach to work with attention to detail
Analytical Processes
Good Planning & Organisational skills
Supplier Management
Requirements Analysis
Skilled in Merchandise Systems, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
Behaviours:
Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, decision making, interpersonal relations, problem solving, teamwork & written communication
Comfortable and effective influencer.
You need to be flexible as the environment is very dynamic and priorities can change.
Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
Adapts effectively to situations that are complex, uncertain, or lack guidelines and clear information
Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
Effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation
Thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation
Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
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