Job Description<\/p>\n
\tAn opportunity has become available in our Old Khaki Merchandise Team for a confident, energetic, and resilient Senior Merchandise Planner who can think laterally and who has the strong analytical, logical reasoning and numerical abilities required to oversee the merchandise planning for the Apparel Portfolio in adherence to the Cape Union Mart Group standards.
\n\tOur ideal candidate will have the ability to align with the company vision, be self-motivated and actively involved in overseeing the end-to-end process in the applicable area of responsibility. In addition, the successful candidate should have the high energy levels required for this fast-paced, exciting, and dynamic retail environment.<\/p>\n
Duties and Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\tAchievement of financial and other stock management KPI\u2019s
\n\tDeliver and implement post seasonal analysis, strategic planning and range, assortment and size curve planning
\n\tTo accurately and continuously budget and re-forecast in order to achieve sales plan, control inventory levels to plan and maximize profitability
\n\tParticipation, managing and executing of project plans to achieve the agreed objectives
\n\tSupporting and guiding team members with regards to efficient administration as well as the accurate allocation of stock to ensure that the right stock gets to the right store by the right time
\n\tAchieve high levels of multi-functional collaboration with stores, suppliers, supply chain, IT, marketing and ecommerce departments
\n\tBe actively involved in the development and mentoring of the departmental allocator<\/p>\n
Experience & Qualifications<\/p>\n
\tGrade 12 certificate
\n\tBCom qualification in Economics or Statistics or any other field of study relevant to the position
\n\tMinimum 3 years of working experience as a Senior Retail\/Merchandise\/Product Planner within a retail environment is required
\n\tMicrosoft Office proficiency with advanced excel experience is essential
\n\tWorking knowledge and experience with merchandise planning and reporting systems is required
\n\tExperience in planning Footwear or Apparel categories is required<\/p>\n
Competencies Required<\/p>\n
\tGood articulation with excellent English written & verbal communication skills
\n\tSound numerical, analytical thinking & logical problem-solving skills as to make sound business decisions
\n\tStrong merchant ability with trader and commercial mentality
\n\tA team collaborator with strong strategic and forward-thinking skills
\n\tStrong planning, organizing, administrating and coordinating skills
\n\tProven ability to self-lead, work independently or within a team
\n\tDisplays methodical, detail-orientated and accurate work output
\n\tAbility to prioritize, manage your time, maintain high levels of drive & initiative while under pressure
\n\tDisplays values of Trust, Innovation and Passion
\n\tContinues to be resilient in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
\n\tProven ability to resolve conflict and of building and maintaining relationships across all levels of the organization<\/p>\n
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