Job Description

Listing reference:

woolw_001264

Listing status:

Online

Apply by:

2 July 2025

Position summary

Industry:

Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category:

Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location:

Cape Town

Contract:

Permanent

EE position:

No

Introduction

To build a customer-focused and profitable seasonal product strategy for the Older Boys department that aligns with the company strategy and brand filter, ensuring it is trend-right, age-appropriate, and commercially viable. Deliver on-brand product execution that resonates with our customers. Oversee the product journey from concept to in-store execution, ensuring a balanced and commercially sound range

Job description

Seasonal Strategy

: Develop and present a customer-focused seasonal plan informed by local and global trends, sales data, customer insights and competitor benchmarking.

Range Development

: Build a balanced, on-brand product range in collaboration with Design, Planning, Sourcing, and TPD -- ensuring alignment to price architecture, fit, and quality standards.

Customer Insights

: Leverage customer analytics, reviews, and market research to guide product decisions and enhance the overall shopping experience.

Collaboration

: Work closely with Design & Sourcing on development, costings, packaging, and innovation, ensuring adherence to critical path timelines.

Trade Execution

: Analyse weekly sales performance to optimise the range, respond to trade challenges, and drive sell-through across all channels.

Cross-Functional Leadership

: Collaborate with Planning, Marketing, Visual Merchandising and Online to ensure consistent, effective product execution across touchpoints.

Minimum requirements

Relevant degree or diploma in Fashion, Retail, Business, or related field Minimum 4-6 years' experience in fashion buying (Kidswear experience preferred) Strong commercial and trend awareness Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, PLM, and EDITED Excellent planning, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills * Passionate about fashion for the next generation and delivering value to both child and caregiver