JOB DESCRIPTION

Planning Lead
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Main Purpose
The purpose of this position is to provide strong analytical skills to inform buys & inventory management for each channel. The role will agree strategic directions from Cluster Leads, working closely with merchants, sales/commercial team & Finance in the market to validate the optimum assortment for each channel/business model. This is an IC role for Retail channel & Team management for Wholesale, Allocations & IM Planning.

Key Results:

Drive execution of assortment at a store level by ensuring the availability of PC9's as planned.
Define units to support sales plan.
Item plan accuracy.
Overall Margin / Profitability of the assortment.
Business performance reviews and action.
In season management.
Lead & drive inventory management KPIs for the market.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a team of 3-4 to support all Planning and Allocation activities in South Africa and drive Inventory management KPI – EOP, Turns & ageing inventory targets.
Maintain and align Buy Budget with Affiliate, reconciling PC9 count to space.
Ensure high productivity per store through managing the allocations and by ensuring initial Merch is inline with the plan as well as active in Sn Management.
Collaborate with merch and retail to define the optimum assortment to achieve sales plans by Planning Group/Segment as well as Partnering in AUR Growth with Merch.
Validate option counts to support best practice visual merchandising in stores (Merch Flow).
Review Sizes offered and size shares to reduce stock outs and optimize sales.
Work with Finance/Commercial to establish category mix, AUR and revenue targets.
Maintain Item Plan in SAS within forecast accuracy targets.
Support Internal Keep Drop for Factory MOQ.
Drive Supply and Demand reconciliation with IM & FG planning.
Validate and manage SRT/AGR requests and processes.
Sizing accuracy in Override Profiles (quick resolution of 99X99 report from sizing team).
Proactive in season management of promotions needed to mitigate risks and identify closeouts to drive high productivity per store.
Proactive management of returns to optimise profitability of aged inventory and Outlet Stock levels.
Review business performance weekly/monthly/quarterly/seasonally to identify actions needed to optimise sales.
Propose actions needed to hit inventory targets and ensure implementation of agreed actions.
Proactive re-forecasting of Core Nos monthly.
Support identification of PC9's to support Jobber Deals where needed.
Create hindsight to inform future buys.
Prep & lead Investment Review discussions with cross-functional teams seasonally.
Promote standardization across SAMEA of processes and tools wherever possible.
Fast adopter of new tools.

Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Proven experience working in a Retail Planning role in an apparel business.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in merchandise planning & inventory management.
Demonstrated forecasting/planning expertise.
Proven ability in leading a team.
Effective multi-tasker, with strong ability to interact with multi-functional stakeholders.

Key Competencies:

Growth Mindset.
Good Communication Skills.
Strong Planning and Organising skills.
Commercial Acumen.
Ability to collaborate with different stakeholders across many functions.
Assertiveness.
Proven facilitation skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Sound decision making and problem solving.
Influencing skills.

Should you meet all the above requirements and wish to apply for the vacancy, please send your CV directly. Please also inform your Line Manager of your intent to apply for the position prior to the submission of your application. Applications close: 30 August 2024. As a responsible employer, Levi Strauss SA (Pty) Ltd is committed to and understands its responsibilities in terms of the Employment Equity Act of 1998. LSSA (Pty) Ltd is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all individuals.

LOCATION
South Africa, Cape Town - Office

FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full time

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