Overview
Planner | Totalsports | CPT Jobs in Western Cape at The Foschini Group
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 closely with the buying team to maximise sales, analyse performance & optimise product stock levels
Understanding and interpreting business trends in terms of the Jet Home target market
Analysis of merchandise performance and relevant outcomes proposed
Product strategy effectively communicated, presented, and implemented
Financial and strategic management of the product e.g. product planning, allocations, controlling OTB, reviewing weekly & monthly figures
Management of range assortments
Management of replenishment stock
Collaborative partnerships with internal and external suppliers established and maintained
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.
Title: Planner | Totalsports | CPT
Company: The Foschini Group
Location: Western Cape
