Overview
Senior Planner – TFG Jewellery Jobs in Western Cape at The Foschini Group
Full Job Description
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:
Matric
Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification
3 – 5 years + proven working experience as a Merchandise Planner
A high degree of numeracy and an analytical, detailed and strategic approach to work
Computer literacy in word, excel (advanced) and planning systems
Strong business acumen and merchant thinking
Skills:
Analytical Processes
Commercial Acumen
Strong attention to detail
Strong scenario planning
Take risks
Can build a strong team
Self management
Market Research and Analysis
Supplier Management
Good organisational and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Proven decision-making ability
Behaviours:
Builds Networks – establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
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
Financial Acumen – understands and applies financial concepts and principles to make informed financial decisions
Manages Complexity – interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
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
Strategic Mindset – thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation
Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
Title: Senior Planner – TFG Jewellery
Company: The Foschini Group
Location: Western Cape
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