Junior Merchandise Planner

University of Fort Hare; Durban; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Durban is seeking a Junior Merchandise Planner to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in merchandise planning or retail stock management, with strong analytical skills and a keen eye for fashion trends. Responsibilities include planning seasonal ranges and analysing sales reports. This role offers an opportunity to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in merchandise planning, buying, or retail stock management is essential.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills are required.
• A keen eye for fashion trends and customer preferences is necessary.
• Highly organised with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning seasonal ladieswear ranges aligned with company strategy.
• Analyse sales and stock reports to guide buying and replenishment decisions.
• Support in sourcing and selecting products from local suppliers.
• Monitor product performance to recommend actions that maximise sales.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of fashion trends

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Morningside, Durban.Are you passionate about fashion, numbers, and trend forecasting? An exciting opportunity exists for a Junior Merchandise Plannerto join a dynamic team! We're looking for someone with 1-2 years’ experiencein merchandise planning, buying, or retail stock management who’s ready to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in planning seasonal ladieswearranges aligned with company strategy and customer trends

Analyse sales and stock reports to guide buying and replenishmentdecisions

Support in sourcing and selecting productsfrom local suppliers

Assistin negotiating prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules

Work with the buying team to ensure a balanced rangeacross styles, sizes, and colours

Monitor product performance to recommend actions that maximise salesand minimise markdowns

Help maintain accurate records of products, orders, and allocations

What We’re Looking For:

1–2 years’ experience in merchandise planning, buying, or retail stock management (fashion retail essential)

Strong numerical and analyticalskills

A keen eye for fashion trendsand customer preferences

Highly organised, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment

Proficient in Microsoft Exceland confident working with sales / stock data

A self-starter with the drive to grow within the planning and buying space