Merchandise Planner : Rare Earth and OK Ladies

An opportunity has become available at our Head Office (Cape Town) in the Outdoor  Department for a Merchandise Planner required for the Rare Earth and OK Ladies  portfolio.

Our ideal candidate should possess strong analytical, logical reasoning and numerical abilities. The successful candidate will have the ability to align with the company vision, be self-motivated and actively involved in the planning process in the applicable area of responsibility. In addition, the successful candidate should have the high energy levels, resilience and confidence required for this fast-paced, exciting and dynamic retail environment

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Contribute to achieving Turnover, GP & Stock budgets and other KPI’s.
• Post Seasonal analysis, Strategic Planning, Replenishment Planning, Range & Assortment Planning.
• Budgeting and forecasting in order to maximize sales and profitability.
• Stock control and distribution whereby you ensure that the product assortments, volumes and store & product attributes are maximized.
• Raising of orders and submitting consolidations
• Liaising effectively with stores, suppliers, customers, shipping and marketing

Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications Required

• Min of 5 years’ experience as a Merchandise Planner
• Previous experience in Accessories planning or an area with replenishment is necessary
• Matric & Graduate qualification in a related field
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Reporting systems
• Proficiency in Enterprise Planning

Job Related Competencies

• A passion for keeping up to date with product trends
• Good articulation with excellent English written & verbal communication skills
• Sound numerical, analytical thinking & logical problem-solving skills
• Strong merchant, trader and commercial mentality
• A Team Collaborator with strong strategic and forward thinking
• Strong planning, organizing, administrating and coordinating skills
• Ability to work independently, self-lead and use initiative
• Methodical, detail-orientated and accurate
• Deadline and outcomes focused
• Resilient and tenacious in a pressurized, fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Ability to resolve conflict
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with all levels of the organization
• An eagerness to learn