Merchandising Planner

Robert Walters; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury retail brand is seeking a Merchandise Planner in Johannesburg North to support product planning and trading. The role involves analyzing sales data, managing inventory forecasts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-4 years of experience in merchandising or analytics. Strong analytical and Excel skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a prestigious brand.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in buying/planning, analytics, or merchandising roles.
• Familiarity with stock terminology.
• Interest in product performance and trends.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales performance and optimize profitability.
• Manage inventory forecasting and stock flow.
• Create actionable reports for senior leadership.
• Collaborate with teams on product life-cycle management.
• Develop decision-making tools like dashboards.
• Drive seasonal planning and promotional strategies.
• Monitor market trends for trading opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Understanding of retail maths

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Analytics, or Costing

Job description

A leading luxury retail brand, based in Johannesburg North, is seeking a Merchandise Planner to support the planning and trading of product categories across its manufacturing and retail operations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong analytical skills and a passion for luxury retail, fine jewellery, and data-driven decision‑making.

As a Merchandise Planner, you will play a pivotal role in driving strategic planning, optimising stock levels, and maximizing profitability across all product categories. Working closely with experienced planners, buyers, and cross‑functional teams, you’ll analyse sales data, forecast demand, and ensure inventory aligns with business goals.

This role offers an excellent entry point into the luxury jewellery industry for someone eager to grow their skills and make an impact in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzing sales performance, stock levels, and key metrics to drive strategic decisions and optimise profitability
• Managing inventory forecasting processes to ensure effective intake planning, stock flow, and sell‑through performance
• Creating and delivering weekly, monthly, and seasonal reports with actionable insights for senior leadership
• Collaborating with buying, planning, workshop, and supply chain teams on product life‑cycle management and replenishment strategies
• Developing tools such as dashboards and open‑to‑buy (OTB) frameworks to support accurate decision‑making
• Driving seasonal planning processes including range architecture, promotional strategies, and performance reviews
• Monitoring market trends and customer behaviour to identify trading opportunities and inform markdowns or replenishment strategies

Key Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Analytics, or Costing (preferred)
• 3–4 years of experience in buying/planning, analytics, or merchandising roles
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to work comfortably with large data sets
• A highly analytical mindset with an interest in understanding product performance and trends
• Familiarity with retail maths or stock terminology
• IMPORTANT: our client looking for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys solving problems, takes initiative, and has a keen eye for detail.

This is your chance to join a leading name in luxury retail and fine jewellery manufacturing. You’ll be part of a company that values innovation, craftsmanship, and excellence while working alongside industry experts to contribute to the growth of an iconic brand.

If you are passionate about luxury retail and have strong analytical skills combined with a love for numbers and products, please submit your application below.