Merchandise Planner
2 weeks ago
Merchandise Planner
You’re an original. So are we.
We’re a company of people who like to forge our own path. We invented the blue jean in 1873, and we
reinvented khaki pants in 1986. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines in manufacturing. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. Our brands stand for freedom and self
- expression around the world.
Main Purpose
The purpose of this position is to provide strong analytical skills to inform Merchandise buys for planning groups. The Merchandise Planner will collaborate with teams across various customers in wholesale, DTC, and the broader African region. They will align with account leads and work closely with Merchants and Sales teams across the business to ensure an optimal assortment for every planning group in line with strategy.
Key Results:
- Item plan accuracy (esp core PC9’s) - Item level forecast
- Account management.
- Seasonal Planning - Pre/In Season & Post Season
- Overall Margin / Profitability of the assortment.
- Fill rate of core PC9’s
- Business Performance and Trend Analysis
- Return Rates
- Inventory Health Improvement
COMPETENCIES
Specialized Knowledge/Technical Skills
- Demonstrated forecasting/planning expertise and experience in the wholesale apparel industry preferred
- Proven experience understanding retail planning and executing exceptional quantitative skills
- High level of Excel skills
Analytical Skills
- Ability to analyse trends and interpret data to make informed decisions based on quantitative insights.
- Evaluate performance metrics such as sell-through rates and inventory holding levels to assess account health and adjust where necessary.
Decision Making and Problem Solving
- Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, and focused on meeting deadlines
- Effective multi-tasker, with strong ability to interact with multi-functional stakeholders
- Demonstrated innovative problem solving and partnering skills.
Communication
- Skilled team member who possesses exceptional analytical, communication and influencing skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact across the organization
- Clear simple communication supported by detailed analysis.
Attitude
- Customer Focused.
- Must have a “can do” positive mentality.
- Team player.
- Willing to spread best practice.
- Open minded.
- Self-Motivated.
- Time management
Qualifications and Experience:
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a merchandise planning function, preferably in apparel or CPG
- Effective multi-tasker, with strong ability to interact with multi-functional stakeholders
Applications close: 30 October 2024
LOCATION
South Africa, Cape Town - Office
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full time
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