Overview
Central Planning Specialist Jobs in Western Cape at The Foschini Group
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the strategic transition of remaining brands into Riverfields and Midrand DCs (for home wear), ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.
Collaborate with Logistics and Retail Brands to develop and implement strategies that optimise the utilisation of Distribution Centre (DC) space.
Oversee the timely clearance of Fashion and Seasonal stock post 12 weeks, ensuring inventory turnover aligns with business objectives.
Manage the flow of Core stock to maintain optimal levels, targeting less than 8 weeks cover.
Determine the most suitable Distribution Centre for each product type, balancing rapid response needs with traditional DC capabilities.
Proactively engage with logistics and brands to anticipate and mitigate potential supply chain disruptions.
Partner with Bash and Brands to ensure the online availability of new styles, driving e-commerce growth.
Implement and monitor online ring-fencing and holdback strategies, aiming for 70% central fulfillment.
Oversee the application of RONE Allocations with brands, ensuring key parameters are met to optimise DC performance.
Address and resolve ad-hoc supply chain-related queries, providing expert guidance and support.
Qualifications and Experience:
A relevant tertiary qualification
At least 5 years’ experience in supply chain and central planning
In-depth understanding of Retail and Supply Chain
Skills:
Analytics and Reporting skills
Problem-Solving
Communication skills
Strategic thinking
Collaboration
Adaptability
Financial Acumen
Behaviours:
Being Resilient – rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
Builds Networks – establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
Cultivates Innovation – creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success
Decision Quality – consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
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
Organisational Savvy – understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
Situational Adaptability – effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation
Strategic Mindset – thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation
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Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
Title: Central Planning Specialist
Company: The Foschini Group
Location: Western Cape
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