Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Product and Order Management


Raw Material - Future projection and placement of orders - Core fabric (Review monthly performance of categories) Greige volumes - calculate and commit to greige volumes upfront for 12 months Tariff heading volumes - forecast raw material by tariff code bi-annually Weekly cutting list preparation and prioritising them based on requirements (Core replenishment) - liaise with the planning team Controlling stock cover of core lines based on sales Orders for newness, understanding store and stock level requirements and placing orders in the required size ratio Cutting lists of new seasonal stock, in ratio based off analysis Working closely with the merchant team to understand fabric needs (Range build / trade)

Planning


Costings reviewed to align margins Size curve / level monitoring Liaise with team to ensure stock levels for Hospitality are available

Qualifications and Experience:

A relevant Tertiary qualification Proven working experience as a Planner and/or Industrial Engineer in either a logistics or similar environment (3 - 5years essential)

Skills:

A high degree of numeracy and an analytical, detailed and strategic approach to work In-depth knowledge of the planning process in manufacturing environment Computer literacy in word, excel and knowledge of "Fast React" will be an added advantage Category management Strong business acumen and continuous improvement thinking Good organisational and interpersonal skills Excellent communication and negotiation skills Proven decision-making ability Strong affiliation to systems, utilising them to increase productivity in line with the manufacturing strategy The ability to influence and work with internal stakeholders as well as external business partners with a strong focus on alignment across the various areas and teamwork

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

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