Retail Planner

2 days ago

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time
Hire Resolve's client is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Retail Planner to join their industry team in KwaZulu-Natal. The Retail Planner will be responsible for developing merchandise financial plans and assortment plans that align with the company's overall business strategy and financial goals. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of retail mathematics and data analysis, as well as the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement merchandise financial plans that support the company's sales, margin, and inventory turnover goals
  • Analyze historical sales data and market trends to forecast future sales and inventory needs
  • Create assortment plans that meet customer demand while maximizing profitability
  • Collaborate with Merchandising, Inventory Management, and Marketing teams to ensure assortment plans are executed effectively
  • Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify opportunities for improvement and drive business growth
  • Conduct regular business reviews and present findings to senior management
  • Stay current on retail industry trends and best practices
Requirements:
  • Matric with a business-related tertiary qualification (BCom. Retail buying or Business management).
  • Minimum 5 years of retail management experience.
  • Highly computer skilled in ERP systems as well as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Management, leadership, and supervisory skills, combined with strong planning and organizational skills and the ability to train and motivate staff.
  • Product knowledge and merchandising skills are compulsory.
  • Driver's license and own vehicle is compulsory.
  • Able to travel to branches when required.
  • Project management experience and skills, with experience in store planning and layout design.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

  • Apply for this role today, contact Ashley Feldtmann, Rebecca Grylls, or Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
  • You can also visit the Hire Resolve website:  or email us your CV:  [email protected]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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