Category Planner — Data-Driven Retail Strategy

DotActiv; Sol Plaatje Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail software company in South Africa seeks an individual for a dynamic role that involves creating strategic assortment plans and developing data-driven insights. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience in the retail sector, a Consumer Science or related degree, and strong analytical skills. The role offers a starting Cost to Company of R20,000 - R25,000 per month and opportunities for personal development and career progression.

Benefits

Upskill opportunities

Transparent job grading system

Developmental path to track progress

Qualifications

• 2+ years of similar and relevant experience in the Retail Sector.
• Must have strong analytical skills and be able to use data analysis techniques.
• Driver’s license and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Creating strategic assortment plans.
• Designing data-driven floor space plans.
• Planning and building data-driven shelf plans.
• Conducting floor and space plan analytical reviews.
• Developing optimised cluster plans per product category.
• Maximising customer and category performance.

Skills

Creative flair

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills (English)

Team player

Strong organisational skills

Strong analytical skills

Education

Consumer Science, Business/Marketing or Supply Chain related degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A leading retail software company in South Africa seeks an individual for a dynamic role that involves creating strategic assortment plans and developing data-driven insights. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience in the retail sector, a Consumer Science or related degree, and strong analytical skills. The role offers a starting Cost to Company of R20,000 - R25,000 per month and opportunities for personal development and career progression.