Product Planner
at Pepkor Speciality
Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 22 Nov, 2024 | Not Specified | 28 Aug, 2024 | 3 year(s) or above | G Suite,Excel,Stock Control,Management Skills,Management Accounting | No | No |
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Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION
Pepkor Speciality, a division of Pepkor Trading, is seeking a highly motivated Product Planner to join our team. You’ll play a key role in developing and implementing business plans that drive success for our Brand’s Ladieswear merchandise strategies.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance/Commerce/Accounting/Statistics/Cost and Management Accounting
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- 3+ Years of product planning experience within relevant retail environment
- Knowledge of stock control and distribution
- Knowledge of the retail merchandise cycle with regards to Buying
- Advanced knowledge of G-Suite, Excel and the MS office Packages
- Knowledge of seasonal and non-seasonal replenishments
- Excellent Planning and Organizing skills
- Strong time management skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies aligned with business objectives, considering factors such as inflation and profit margins.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize product assortment, inventory levels, and financial performance.
- Create and manage sales budgets based on historical data, market trends, and business goals.
- Conduct in-depth sales performance analyses to identify opportunities for growth and risk mitigation.
- Prepare and present financial reports on a monthly basis.
- Oversee and mentor a team of Store Planners and Trainees to achieve performance goals.
- Foster strong relationships with suppliers and retail stores.
- Collaborate with buying and design teams to optimize product selection based on market trends and customer demand.
- Conduct post-season analyses to inform future product decisions.
- Optimize inventory levels to balance stock availability and markdown risks.
- Proactively manage Open-to-Buy (OTB) to ensure financial targets are met.
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:3.0Max:8.0 year(s)
Retail Industry
Sales / BD
Retail Management
Graduate
Proficient
1
Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa