Develop & implement an integrated planning process across all channelsWork closely with Finance to establish a model stock holding & ideal stock turn in line with business needsProvide regular guidance to the business relating to market & consumer trends, optimal stock levels, areas of opportunity & potential riskOperational ManagementOTB management based on seasonal sell thru, business plan & closing stock on handWork closely with Merch in order to finalise seasonal line list including forecasts by skuWork with Merch to finalise Pricing & "in-take" margin based on forecasts on a sku levelManagement of inventory vs model stock holding. Upfront procurement, seasonal inflow, store replens, action plan for ATS & ageing stockWork closely with finance to evaluate SCM inbound reporting to align inflow vs plan & cashflow requirementsEvaluate sell thru-data across channels in order to call out in- season risks & opportunities as well as influence next season's product development and buying decisions. Preparation of seasonal and monthly unit Forecasting & stock cover in detail & in summary (By division, by gender & by end use) in co-operation with Merchandising and channels. Build relationships with the key wholesale customers, (Especially SIS accounts) to ensure regular sell thru feedback is received and in turn we help them manage optimum stock levels in store to maximise salesReportingPerformance analysis - Detailed review of performance by End use, division and gender down to a size and even a colour level highlighting stock cover and related risks & opps. Detailed reporting of sales vs plan in units, revenue & marginInventory tracking - Stock health dashboards highlighting inbound & stock on hand vs demand. Providing clear guidance and action items pertaining to the risks, opps vs model stock holding and stock turn targetsRegular detailed review of the ATSCapacities vs actual in storesCadence of replens & the impact on performanceDevelop and manage a highly engaged, high performing planning team Ensure team delivers on all deliverables timeouslyManage recruiting, on-boarding, mentoring and succession within the department when necessaryParticipation in and leading of various business projects to enhance business processes, tools and systems. e.g Auto replen toolEnsure planning governance and compliance in the businessRequirementsDegree/Diploma in Retail, Commerce, Business or Business AdministrationMinimum 8 years Merchandise Planning Management experience in Fashion Retail industry5 years proven merchandise distribution and planning experienceExperience of driving sales within a fast-paced environment and addressing areas for improvement.Experience in multi-site operations or sales management environment.Strategic agility and able to articulate the vision and purposeAbility and experience in managing a dynamic, diverse and decentralised teamAdvanced Excel skillsDemonstrates an excellent leadership, time management, organizational and reporting skills.Highly numerate, analytical and detailed orientatedOrganized and deadline driven with exceptional attention to detailDrives collaboration and promotes teamworkMust have good problem-solving skillsAbility to prioritize tasks according to importance in a fast-paced environmentMulti-tasking capability without compromising on qualityDependable, punctual and able to work flexible working hoursValid Driver's license and own transportWilling to travel locallySuperior Level Communication skills.You get to work for a rapidly expanding distributor with aspirational brandsGym & Shower facilitiesPersonal TrainerYogaPension FundMedical aid with Gap coverStaff discount (50% off for you and your family across all the brands within the group)Company performance incentive schemeLong-service incentivesHolistic Employee Wellness programmeThe group prides itself in its effort to drive continuous employee engagement activities to enable a connected culture. StrategyDevelop & implement an integrated planning process across all channelsWork closely with Finance to establish a model stock holding & ideal stock turn in line with business needsProvide regular guidance to the business relating to market & consumer trends, optimal stock levels, areas of opportunity & potential riskOperational ManagementOTB management based on seasonal sell thru, business plan & closing stock on handWork closely with Merch in order to finalise seasonal line list including forecasts by skuWork with Merch to finalise Pricing & "in-take" margin based on forecasts on a sku levelManagement of inventory vs model stock holding. Upfront procurement, seasonal inflow, store replens, action plan for ATS & ageing stockWork closely with finance to evaluate SCM inbound reporting to align inflow vs plan & cashflow requirementsEvaluate sell thru-data across channels in order to call out in- season risks & opportunities as well as influence next season's product development and buying decisions. Preparation of seasonal and monthly unit Forecasting & stock cover in detail & in summary (By division, by gender & by end use) in co-operation with Merchandising and channels. Build relationships with the key wholesale customers, (Especially SIS accounts) to ensure regular sell thru feedback is received and in turn we help them manage optimum stock levels in store to maximise salesReportingPerformance analysis - Detailed review of performance by End use, division and gender down to a size and even a colour level highlighting stock cover and related risks & opps. Detailed reporting of sales vs plan in units, revenue & marginInventory tracking - Stock health dashboards highlighting inbound & stock on hand vs demand. Providing clear guidance and action items pertaining to the risks, opps vs model stock holding and stock turn targetsRegular detailed review of the ATSCapacities vs actual in storesCadence of replens & the impact on performanceDepartment LeadershipDevelop and manage a highly engaged, high performing planning team Ensure team delivers on all deliverables timeouslyManage recruiting, on-boarding, mentoring and succession within the department when necessaryParticipation in and leading of various business projects to enhance business processes, tools and systems. e.g Auto replen toolEnsure planning governance and compliance in the businessRequirementsDegree/Diploma in Retail, Commerce, Business or Business AdministrationMinimum 8 years Merchandise Planning Management experience in Fashion Retail industry5 years proven merchandise distribution and planning experienceExperience of driving sales within a fast-paced environment and addressing areas for improvement.Experience in multi-site operations or sales management environment.Strategic agility and able to articulate the vision and purposeAbility and experience in managing a dynamic, diverse and decentralised teamAdvanced Excel skillsDemonstrates an excellent leadership, time management, organizational and reporting skills.Highly numerate, analytical and detailed orientatedOrganized and deadline driven with exceptional attention to detailDrives collaboration and promotes teamworkMust have good problem-solving skillsAbility to prioritize tasks according to importance in a fast-paced environmentMulti-tasking capability without compromising on qualityDependable, punctual and able to work flexible working hoursValid Driver's license and own transportWilling to travel locallySuperior Level Communication skills.Perks & BenefitsYou get to work for a rapidly expanding distributor with aspirational brandsGym & Shower facilitiesPersonal TrainerYogaPension FundMedical aid with Gap coverStaff Allocation (R10000 Retail Value per annum).Staff discount (50% off for you and your family across all the brands within the group)Healthy Lunch subsidyCompany performance incentive schemeLong-service incentivesHolistic Employee Wellness programmeThe group prides itself in its effort to drive continuous employee engagement activities to enable a connected culture.Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 3 weeks from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. 1 person has applied for this job. 82 people have viewed this job. #J-18808-Ljbffr
