Job Description

About TFG:

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that

Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives

and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.


We're the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.


Are you with us?

About the Brand/Division:

A challenging opportunity has arisen within the Totalsports Division of The Foschini Group, for a Planner. If you would like the opportunity to join a leading retailer in South Africa and possess the following skills/abilities, then this is the ideal position for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with the buying team to maximise sales, optimise inventory levels and grow profit Analysis of merchandise performance with relevant outcomes proposed Effectively communicate, present and implement the product strategy Effectively communicate, present and implement the promotional strategy aligned to marketing campaigns Financial and strategic management of the product e.g. product planning, allocations, controlling OTB, reviewing weekly & monthly figures Provide weekly and monthly trade feedback with associated action plans Managing monthly, seasonal and financial year forecasts for product categories Managing range size and assortments Managing replenishment stock Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with internal and external partners, including suppliers

Qualifications and Experience:

Degree in Business Science, Economics, BCom Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, or Statistics. 2-3 years post qualification experience Advance Excel, JDA, Artur planning (advantageous) Clothing and footwear planning experience (preferrable) Product planning and store planning experience

Skills:

A high degree of numeracy and analytical thinking The ability to think and operate at a strategic level A detailed and methodical approach to work To be able to make decisions and meet deadlines whilst working in a fast-paced, pressurised environment Resilience and emotional maturity Excellent interpersonal skills Exceptional verbal and written communication To confidently influence and persuade at all levels Computer literacy in Word, Excel and related planning systems Excellent negotiation skills Ability to work effectively individually as well as within a team environment

Behaviours:

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

Builds Networks -

establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
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Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.