Strategic Retail Planner

1 day ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa ACB Consulting Full time
About the Role
ACB Consulting is seeking an experienced Strategic Retail Planner to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your analytical skills, commercial acumen, and retail expertise to drive business growth and profitability.

In this critical position, you will be responsible for managing sales and stock levels across various categories, utilizing data analysis and forecasting techniques to inform strategic decisions. Your primary goal will be to optimize inventory levels, ensuring that they align with budget forecasts and meet customer demand.

Your key responsibilities will include:
  1. Collating and analyzing data to inform planning decisions;
  2. Forescasting sales and stock levels based on current trends, performance, and opportunities;
  3. Managing OTB (order-to-be-delivered) and margin to ensure alignment with budget forecasts;
  4. Providing commercial recommendations to stakeholders based on market analysis and trade insights;
  5. Assisting in assortment planning and product ranging;
  6. Analyzing size curves at store level and other key user-defined attributes;
  7. Developing and translating departmental pre-season merchandise strategies into executable in-season plans;

About You
We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in retail planning and analysis. You should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Additionally, you should have advanced knowledge of Excel, retail systems, and general computer skills.

The ideal candidate will have:
  • 3-5 years of relevant retail planning experience with accountability for own area and management of allocators/order clerks;
  • A degree or diploma in a related field, such as business administration or supply chain management;
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and drive business outcomes;
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high accuracy standards;
  • Punctuality, deadline-driven, and outcome-focused mentality.

What We Offer
As a Strategic Retail Planner at ACB Consulting, you can expect a competitive salary of $60,000 - $80,000 per annum, depending on experience. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a generous retirement savings plan. We also offer flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.

If you are a driven and results-oriented individual with a passion for retail planning and analysis, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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