Divisional Head of Planning

at  Yuppiechef Online Pty Ltd

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Yuppiechef is South Africa’s premier kitchen and homeware omnichannel retailer. Based in Westlake, Cape Town, our big vision is to build the world’s best shopping experience and to be leaders in omnichannel retail.
After recently being acquired by the Mr Price Group we are in a stage of growth where an experienced Head of Planning will lead our planning teams to drive forward our processes as well as our product portfolio’s performance. Our Planning department spreads their focus across both the in-store and online shopping experiences of our customer and is critical in ensuring a delightful shopping experience. We focus on having the right product, at the right price, in the right place and at the right time.
The right candidate will have a significant strategic and people management responsibility as it will report to the Managing Director.

WHAT YOUR ROLE LOOKS LIKE

Lead the planning, location and online planning function by developing and overseeing the execution of planning strategies, data analysis, system & process improvements. Direct financial analysis, inventory planning, location planning, allocations and replenishment of merchandise to maximise sales, gross margin and turnover for respective brands.

WHAT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS YOU NEED FOR THE ROLE

Minimum Requirements
Education: Degree, NQF level 8 or equivalent.
Experience: 8 to 10 years experience in planning with at least 3 years experience in a senior management position.
Specific knowledge: Advanced excel, proficient in word and PowerPoint, analytical & numerate proficiency, commercial acumen.
Business understanding: Retail market insights, business acumen, supply chain understanding, product knowledge, brand awareness.
Experience in process engineering and system project implementation would be advantageous.
Areas of Responsibility