Group Retail Planning Manager

2 weeks ago


Durban, South Africa Talented Recruitment Full time

KwaZulu Natal, Durban
- (Negotiable)

Group Retail Planning Manager will be responsible for the procurement and distribution of all products, imported and local, for stores and supply customers.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Retail Management or related field
- 4-6 years of experience in retail planning, merchandising, or buying
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse team.
- Working knowledge of retail planning principles, methods, and tools.
- Ability to lead and influence employees.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to delegate duties.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Lead the planning team providing strategy clarity and direction.
- Analyze sales and inventory data and make recommendations for adjustments and improvements.
- Oversee and manage the procurement of local and imported products as well as the components required in manufacturing and production.
- Oversee and manage the distribution of merchandise to stores and supply customers based on sales trends, store profiles, and stock levels.
- Monitor sales, inventory, and margin performance and identify opportunities and risks.
- Prepare and present relevant planning reports and forecasts to senior management.
- Promoting ERP and planning system utilisation and providing support for continuous improvement thereafter.
- Manage relationships and negotiate with import clearing agents to ensure preferential rates and services.
- Implementing and supporting programs and policies of organization.
- Implementing and supporting programs and policies of organization.
- Prepare the provision for obsolete stock.
- Manage markdowns, promotions, and clearance strategies to optimize sell-through and improve working capital.
- Coordinate and communicate with buyers, sales managers, distribution and production managers, and other stakeholders on planning issues and solutions.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the planning process and suggest improvements as needed.

**IMPORTANT NOTICE**

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- For more information please contact:

- Kelly Andrews


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