Senior Planner - Foschini

Key Responsibilities:

Developing business units strategic, tactical, and operational plans to achieve set targets
Influencing and implementing the merchandise strategy
Management of the range assortments and replenishment
Management of financial metrics & sales trends, developing promotional & range distribution by store & cluster
Communication and relationship management of key stakeholders such as suppliers, buyers, operations, etc.
Reporting on performance, initiatives, and action plans to senior management periodically (weekly, monthly, seasonally, and annually)

Qualifications and Experience:

A certificate, diploma, or degree in Business administration or equivalent or at least 5 years' experience in a similar role
At least 5 years of proven working experience as a Planner in fashion apparel
Experience as a Senior Planner is preferred
A high degree of numeracy and an analytical, detailed, and strategic approach to work
Computer literacy in Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Skills:

Strong business acumen and merchant thinking
Good organisational and interpersonal skills
Proven decision-making ability
Analytical Processes
Planning & Organising
Policy & Procedures
Market Research and Analysis
Supplier Management
Strategic eCommerce

Behaviours:

Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, decision making, interpersonal relations, problem solving, teamwork & written communication
Comfortable and effective influencer
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


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