Planner

Business Area

Merchandising

Workplace Type

On-site

Location

Cape Town

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our fashion Merchandise Buyers and suppliers to shape our product assortments and dynamically trade product areas
• Build and implement merchandise plans based on sales patterns and buying trends
• Drive sales and increase profitability through smart inventory management, sales forecasting, and data analysis
• Effectively utilize international systems in conjunction with bespoke in-house systems utilizing best in class retail planning techniques
• Prepare and present sales performance and product and inventory assortment reports
• Partner with suppliers to manage critical production lead times and ensure timely delivery of orders
• Conduct regular market research to stay updated on economic and industry trends
• Ensure that the right mix of merchandise reaches the right stores at the right price, right on time

Qualifications and Experience

• 3+ years of planning experience (fashion retail preferred)
• A degree or qualification with a strong numerical focus
• Confidence with Excel and data analysis tools
• Bonus: experience with Oracle MFP or Centric PLM

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong numerical abilities and lateral thinking skills
• Detail-driven and accuracy-focused
• Tech – savvy and systems-oriented
• Commercial instinct with a trader’s mindset
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• A team player with an ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Open to feedback, learning, and contributing fresh ideas
• Able to work effectively in a high pressure and fast paced environment
• Able to operate with agility, flexibility, and adaptability in a dynamic environment