Role Overview

Responsibilities

Influence and implement merchandise strategy.
Manage financial and strategic aspects of products.
Handle range assortments and replenishment.
Communicate with stores and field teams.
Develop promotional and range distribution strategies. analyse store profiles and sales trends.
Ensure effective product planning and control. Provide insights and recommendations for improving merchandise performance.
Support overall merchandise strategy.

Requirements

A Bachelor of Commerce or relevant tertiary qualification.
Must have a minimum of 2 - 5 years proven working experience as a Planner.
Strong understanding of customer demographics and in-depth knowledge of the planning process in retail.

Skills:

Analytical Processes
Commercial Acumen
Financial Modelling
Inventory Management
Numerical Skills
Office Systems
Planning & Organising
Presentation Creation
Presentation Delivery
Pricing Concepts & Method

Behaviours:

Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, decision making, interpersonal relations, problem solving, teamwork & written communication  
Comfortable and effective influencer.  
You need to be flexible as the environment is very dynamic and priorities can change.  
Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results 
Adapts effectively to situations that are complex, uncertain, or lack guidelines and clear information 
Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems 
Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes 
Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives 
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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