A giant in the retail / fashion industry is seeking an experienced Merchandise Planner to join their team.
Full time / part time | Start ASAP | R800 000 - R850 000 PA
Key Areas
- Item plan accuracy (esp core PC9’s) – Item level forecast
- Account management
- Seasonal Planning – Pre/In Season & Post Season
- Overall Margin / Profitability of the assortment
- Fill rate of core PC9’s
- Business Performance and Trend Analysis
- Return Rates
- Inventory Health Improvement
Specialized Knowledge/Technical Skills
- Demonstrated forecasting/planning expertise and experience in the wholesale apparel industry preferred
- Proven experience understanding retail planning and executing exceptional quantitative skills
- High level of Excel skills
- Analytical Skills
- Ability to analyse trends and interpret data to make informed decisions based on quantitative insights
- Evaluate performance metrics such as sell-through rates and inventory holding levels to assess account health and adjust where necessary
Decision Making and Problem Solving
- Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, and focused on meeting deadlines
- Effective multi-tasker, with strong ability to interact with multi-functional stakeholders
- Demonstrated innovative problem solving and partnering skills
Communication
- Skilled team member who possesses exceptional analytical, communication and influencing skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact across the organization
- Clear simple communication supported by detailed analysis
Attitude
- Customer Focused. Must have a “can do” positive mentality
- Team player. Willing to spread best practice
- Open minded
- Self-Motivated
- Time management
Qualifications And Experience
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a merchandise planning function, preferably in apparel or CPG
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