Category Forecast Analyst

5 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Clicks Group Limited Full time

At Clicks Group Limited, we are committed to providing exceptional service to our customers. As a Senior Demand Planner, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our stores are well-stocked with the right products at the right time.

Responsibilities
  1. Develop and implement demand forecasting models to predict sales and inventory levels.
  2. Work closely with Category Managers to develop pre-season sales, markdown, margin, and inventory plans.
  3. Analyze historical sales data to identify trends and patterns.
  4. Provide regular forecasting updates to senior management and stakeholders.
  5. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inventory levels and sales data.
  6. Conduct analyses to optimize inventory levels and reduce waste.
  7. Liaise with suppliers to negotiate prices and delivery schedules.
  8. Identify and mitigate potential risks to supply chain operations.
Requirements
  1. You should have 5 years' experience in demand planning in a retail/FMCG environment.
  2. You should have a Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Math, Decision Science, Marketing, Business, or related area.
  3. You should have expertise in MS Office Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  4. You should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  5. You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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