Job Description

Listing reference:

woolw_001357

Listing status:

Online

Apply by:

6 November 2025

Position summary

Industry:

FMCG & Supply Management

Job category:

Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location:

Cape Town

Contract:

Permanent

Remuneration:

Market Related

EE position:

No

Introduction

Maximise trading opportunities in new stores and modernisation / extensions by providing accurate forecasts of customer demand through management by exception. Optimise inventory management through the supply chain and store catalogues within defined parameters.

Job description

Maximise the trading opportunities within the product categories for new and extension stores and deliver to a set of KPIs. Review and report on performance against scorecards and implement improvement strategies/levers. Project management of New Store openings/ Modernisations/ Extension or closures. Communicate and integrate with all key stakeholders (internal and external) to ensure objectives are aligned to achieve Sales, Availability and profitability KPIs for Foods. Provide input and influence the replenishment processes and key inventory levers. Provide input and influence product assortment and space displays in stores to optimise rate of sale and profitable availability. Conduct and share effective reporting and analysis to optimise performance and consider the risks and opportunities in the development of future plans. Build relationships with stores to drive effective in store process management. Continuous improvement of processes and ways of working to drive efficiencies and sustainable best practices.

Minimum requirements

Ability to influence others, and build and sustain relationships with individuals across functional teams Assertive communication skills as well as the ability to manage conflict Team player - ability to work effectively and interdependently with diverse team members Ability to work independently or without supervision. Proactive - ability to anticipate events and plan for them in detail Problem solving skills - ability to identify problems and recommend effective solutions Attention to detail Results driven with ability to meet deadlines

Technical and Functional:

Trade Optimisation Financial Acumen Value Chain & Supplier Management Project Management Trend Analysis Fostering Teamwork Demonstrating Customer Service

Job Requirements

3 to 5 years planning experience in FMCG Stores' experience would be an advantage Relevant Degree - Retail or business related tertiary qualification would be an advantage Travelling will be required and may be required to work weekends where necessary Computer literacy and competent excel skills Ability to work in a matrix structure * Valid Driver's licence