Senior Planner

This position is required to oversee the entire planning function for the brand. The role is responsible for controlling inventory in the brand and managing the flow of products in the business. Responsibilities include pricing, forecasts, and procurement of stock.

Key Responsibilities

1. Understand the business strategy and assist in developing product strategies and range building in line with the business vision.
2. Develop an integrated planning process that deals with customer demand, upselling opportunities in high demand end uses, EOL & stock management in accordance with budgeted guidance (OTB) for future seasons.
3. Evaluate data from other relevant brand countries for forecasting purposes and support recommendations for range decisions.

Operational Partnerships (Retail, Wholesale, Marketing, Ecommerce, Logistics, IT)

1. Assist the buying department with information needed for the buying process.
2. Together with the Buyer, ensure optimal samples are selected that are applicable to the South African market.
3. Assist Retail and Merchandiser/Buyer to ensure that buy-plans are well detailed and clearly understood by team members and relevant stakeholders.
4. Manage merchandise, supply chain, and logistics aspects of retail.
5. Measure stock levels against plans.

Reporting and Analytics

1. Consolidate and load all POs for the company.
2. Assist in the mapping and architecture of the IT system for order management, logistical support, planning, point of sale, order tracking, and BI tools.
3. Develop and continually evaluate all reports to establish sales history, seasonal sales analysis, aged inventory & liquidation plans.
4. Build and manage a consumption tool to react early and effectively plan for stores & business.
5. Develop management reports indicating attainment to target, margins, and EOL status.
6. Develop an accurate ATS document to be refreshed weekly.
7. Develop seasonal and ATS order forms.
8. Create business dashboards highlighting business opportunities and risks.

Leadership

1. Lead and manage the planning process for the brand.
2. Facilitate recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and succession within the department.
3. Ensure planning governance and compliance within the brand.

Requirements

1. Degree in Logistics, Supply-Chain, Retail, Business, or any related field.
2. 3+ years' management experience in a planning/retail environment.
3. 5 years proven merchandise distribution and planning experience.
4. Strategic agility and ability to articulate the vision and purpose.
5. Experience in managing a dynamic, diverse, and decentralized team.
6. Advanced Excel skills.
7. Highly numerate, analytical, and detail-oriented.
8. Organized and deadline-driven with exceptional attention to detail.
9. Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
10. Good problem-solving skills.
11. Ability to prioritize tasks according to importance in a fast-paced environment.
12. Multi-tasking capability without compromising on quality.
13. Dependable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours.
14. Valid Driver's license and own transport.
15. Willing to travel locally.

Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 3 weeks from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.