Job Description

Mr Price Home

is on the hunt for an experienced and passionate Merchandise Planner.

Is that you?

As part of our team, we'll rely on your statistical savvy to formulate and manage the measurable aspects of product procurement. Basically - you help decide what fashionable homeware items go into our customer's households across SA. To do this, we need you to work with your Buying counterpart to bring in the right goods, in the right amount, all at the right time.


The challenge: making it happen in line with the strategy, the brand and a budget.


If you enjoy:


Examining information, interpreting data, developing strategies, collaborating on and making decisions, showing composure under pressure, embracing change, managing tasks, seizing opportunities, relationship management then you should keep reading!


Reporting into a Senior Planner, you will be responsible for managing a particular department's sub-categories within the division. This role requires a Planner who enjoys developing a strong understanding of our product and our customer. You will use this knowledge to partner closely with your Buyer to develop a product strategy that will ensure the department attains maximum profitability. Once a product strategy is determined you will work closely with your team of to ensure it is executed as efficiently and effectively as possible.



Qualifications: A relevant tertiary qualification in Commerce



2-3 years relevant Merchandise Planning / Retail Planning experience



Homeware experience advantageous



Demand and stock management experience



Relevant experience on a planning system and replenishment system



Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced)



Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.



Responsibilities: Collaboratively developing a strategy for your category in line with the divisional strategy for the season


Completing detailed analysis of your category's performance during and post season and providing key insights and suggestions to your Buying counterpart for the current and future seasons



Reacting to opportunities or possible risks in the market to either maximize sales or reduce loss in sales



Responsiblilty for controlling the budget for their respective category



Development of key relationships with both stakeholders internal and external