Central Planner

3 days ago

Cape Town, South Africa Cape Union Mart International Full time

**Key Responsibilities**:

- ** System Implementation**:

- Lead the implementation of central planning systems to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
- Collaborate with IT teams, external vendors and internal Merchandise teams to ensure successful integration and customization of planning tools.
- Conduct thorough testing and validation of system functionalities to meet business requirements.
- Provide training and support to end-users to facilitate system adoption and utilization.
- ** Process Improvement**:

- Identify opportunities for process improvement within the central planning function.
- Develop and implement best practices to optimize inventory management, forecasting, and allocation processes.
- Analyze system data to identify trends and patterns, and make recommendations for process enhancements.
- ** Collaboration**:

- Work closely with cross-functional teams including Merchandising, Supply Chain, and Finance to align planning strategies with business objectives.
- Facilitate regular meetings and workshops to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among team members.
- Act as a liaison between central planning and other departments to ensure alignment on inventory plans and targets.
- Co-ordinate and manage the allocation of stock to Outlet sites.
- ** Performance Monitoring**:

- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to central planning activities such as inventory turnover, forecast accuracy, and service levels.
- Analyze performance metrics to identify areas of improvement and drive corrective actions as needed.
- Prepare regular reports and presentations to communicate insights and recommendations to senior management.
- Perform ad-hoc investigations which will identify areas of improvement and/or unlock business benefits.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field
- Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in central planning, inventory management, or related roles within the retail industry.
- Proven track record of successfully implementing planning systems and driving process improvements.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and influence decision-making.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience with ERP systems, demand planning software, and advanced Excel skills. (Oracle experience would be a benefit)
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Understanding of retail metrics, financial concepts, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive business results and improve profitability.
- Ability to align planning and allocation strategies with broader business goals and objectives.

  • Planner Ii- Beauty

    16 hours ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    **Listing reference**: woolw_000989**Listing status**: Online- **Position summary** **Industry**:Wholesale & Retail Trade - **Job category**:Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain**Location**:Cape Town - **Contract**:Permanent**EE position**:No**Introduction** - To assist and support Senior Planner/Planner with Developing and delivering integrated...

  • Woolworths Beauty Planner

    6 days ago

    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    Job DetailsWe are seeking a highly skilled Woolworths Beauty Planner to join our team. As a key member of our planning department, you will be responsible for assisting and supporting Senior Planners in developing and delivering integrated merchandise planning strategies to meet business objectives.Your primary focus will be on assisting with the development...

  • Retail Planner

    33 minutes ago

    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Retail Planner to join our team at Woolworths. As a key member of our planning department, you will play a critical role in delivering timely stock allocations and optimizing the delivery of departmental KPIs.Key Responsibilities:Develop and execute channel plans that meet business objectives.Collaborate with the...

  • Senior Planner

    4 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    **Listing reference**: woolw_000816**Listing status**: Online- **Position summary** **Industry**:Wholesale & Retail Trade - **Job category**:Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain**Location**:Cape Town - **Contract**:Permanent**EE position**:No**Introduction** - Develop and deliver integrated department merchandise planning strategies to meet...

  • Senior Planner

    7 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    **Listing reference**: woolw_001087 **Listing status**: Online **Position summary** **Industry**:Wholesale & Retail Trade **Job category**:Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain **Location**:Cape Town **Contract**:Permanent **EE position**:No **Introduction** - Develop and deliver integrated department merchandise planning strategies to meet...

  • Store Planner

    2 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    **Listing reference**: woolw_000839**Listing status**: Online- **Position summary** **Industry**:Wholesale & Retail Trade - **Job category**:Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain**Location**:Cape Town - **Contract**:Permanent**EE position**:No**Introduction** - To deliver on-time allocations, accurate distribution of stock and maintenance of...

  • Planner I- Beauty

    7 days ago

    Western Cape, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    **Listing reference**: woolw_001037 **Listing status**: Online **Position summary** **Industry**:Wholesale & Retail Trade **Job category**:Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain **Location**:Western Cape **Contract**:Permanent **EE position**:No **Introduction** - To assist and support Senior Planner/Planner with Developing and delivering...

  • Senior Planner

    4 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    **Listing reference**: woolw_000988**Listing status**: Online- **Position summary** **Industry**:Wholesale & Retail Trade - **Job category**:Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain**Location**:Cape Town - **Contract**:Permanent**EE position**:No**Introduction** - Develop and deliver integrated department merchandise planning strategies to meet...

  • Senior Planner

    5 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    **Listing reference**: woolw_000846**Listing status**: Online- **Position summary** **Industry**:Wholesale & Retail Trade - **Job category**:FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain**Location**:Cape Town - **Contract**:Permanent**EE position**:No**Introduction** - Develop and deliver integrated department merchandise planning strategies to meet KPI’s and...

  • Project Planner X5

    4 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Transnet Full time

    **_ Equity Statement :Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the_** **_designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating_** **_Division._** **_ Alternative Application Methods: (Completed Curriculum Vitae to be submitted)_** Post: E-mail: Fax: before the closing date of...

  • Merchandise Planner

    2 weeks ago

    Western Cape, South Africa The Foschini Group Full time

    **Key Responsibilities**: - This position is for an experienced merchandise planner that will be based in the Sustainable design department within the TFG Design Centre. - This role performs the central liaison between all stakeholders i.e. external designers, retail buying team, internal design teams and production units. - Responsible to educate and...

  • Project Planner X3 Re-advert

    1 week ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Transnet Full time

    **_ Equity Statement :Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the_** **_designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating_** **_Division._** **_ Alternative Application Methods: (Completed Curriculum Vitae to be submitted)_** Post: E-mail: Fax: before the closing date of...

  • Central Planning Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa takealot.com Full time

    We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative and hard-working people with integrity to join us. We offer a market related Total Remuneration Package, which allows full flexibility according to your needs, a great work environment and a promise that you won't be bored, as long as you are prepared for a challenge and want to build...

  • Junior Supply Planner

    3 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Clicks Group Limited Full time

    **Listing reference**: 019319 **Listing status**: Online **Position summary** **Industry**:FMCG & Supply Management **Job category**:Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain **Location**:Cape Town **Contract**:Fixed Term Contract **EE position**:Yes **About our company** - Clicks Group **Introduction** - We are currently recruiting for x3...

  • X3 Junior Supply Planner

    2 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Clicks Group Limited Full time

    **Listing reference**: 018496**Listing status**: Online- **Position summary** **Industry**:Pharmaceutical Sector - **Job category**:Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain**Location**:Cape Town - **Contract**:Permanent**EE position**:Yes**Introduction** - We are currently recruiting for x3 Junior Supply Planner on a 6 months Fixed Term Contract and...

  • Senior Planner

    3 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa MH Solutions Full time

    Permanent - CT001769 - FMCG, Retail & Wholesale- Western Cape, Cape Town - (Market related)**SENIOR PLANNER (AA/EE) - Cape Town** **Responsibilities will include**: - Implementation of Planning systems and processes - Oversee the In-stock function including demand planning, ordering and capacity management in line with department strategy - Deliver...

  • Media Implementation Planner

    4 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Mediamix360 Full time

    **About us**: We are a team of senior, highly skilled and experienced individuals. Media is no longer a one-way game. The landscape has shifted and the people you want to speak to are those who engage across multiple channels, platforms and technologies which are constantly shifting. We are fluid, agile and adaptable with our finger on the pulse of where...

  • Retail Merchandising Coordinator

    6 days ago

    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    Job Overview">The Senior Store Assortment Specialist will play a critical role in driving business growth through effective assortment planning and management. This position requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.Key responsibilities include assisting with the...

  • Beauty Planning Professional

    6 days ago

    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Beauty Planning Professional to join our team at Woolworths. As a key member of our planning department, you will be responsible for assisting and supporting Senior Planners in developing and delivering integrated merchandise planning strategies to meet business objectives.Your primary focus will be on assisting...

  • Central Planner

    16 hours ago

    Western Cape, South Africa The Foschini Group Full time

    **Key Responsibilities**: - Prepare and manage the seasonal factory listing - Prepare the three-year capacity projection file based on factories ability to expend within existing facilities or additional facilities - Communicate seasonal calendar to the merch plan - Review planning data in centric (Planning system) and communicate discrepancies identified -...