Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Influencing and implementing the relevant brand's merchandise strategy Financial and strategic management of the various products e.g. product planning, controlling open-to-buy, reviewing weekly & monthly figures Management of the range assortments and replenishment Management and implementation of distribution strategy e.g. analysing stores profiles & sales trends, developing promotional & range distribution by store & cluster Communication with stores and field

Qualifications and Experience:

A relevant tertiary qualification Proven working experience as a Planner (3 years minimum)

Skills:

Customer Centric Thinking Planning & Organising Supplier Management High Numeracy and Analytical Skills Trader Mentality Advance Excel Skills Strong Communication Skills Presentation Skills Negotiation Skills

Behaviours:

Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships Demonstrates Self-awareness - accurately perceives and reflects on personal strengths and areas of development Drives Results - sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems Nimble learning - quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives Situational Adaptability - effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

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