Omni Planner

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established retail group is seeking an Omni Planner responsible for the planning, forecasting, and management of inventory and sales across all selling channels. In this role, you will analyze brand performance, define stock strategies, and ensure optimal execution of promotional plans. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant tertiary qualification and experience in merchandise planning, complemented by strong analytical skills and business acumen.

Qualifications

• 3-year tertiary qualification required.
• 2 - 5 years experience as a Merchandise Planner.
• Centralised planning experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on online trade performance for Menswear.
• Define online fulfilment and stock investment strategy.
• Manage online P&L and implement Ecommerce strategy.

Skills

Numeracy

Analytical

Computer Literacy

Business Acumen

Organisational Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Decision-Making

Education

Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification

Tools

Excel (advanced)

Job description

Omni Planner will be accountable for the planning, forecasting and management of inventory and sales performance across all selling channels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitoring and reporting on the online trade performance for the Menswear stack
• Reviewing and analysing the brands performance across all KPI, i.e. profitability, stock management, Order fulfilment, & promotional performance
• Defining the parameters of the online fulfilment and stock investment strategy
• Working with the planning team to ensure execution of the stock investment strategy
• Working with the operations admin team to ensure optimal performance across the One stock hub
• Working with the Bash partner success team to ensure optimal execution and performance
• Working across the buying and planning teams to managing the online promotional and markdown plans and profitability
• Ensure responsible for management of the online P&L
• Influencing and implementing the brand's Ecommerce strategy
• Operational management of the Ecommerce channel
• Managing website product availability and accuracy

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification
• 2 - 5 years+ proven working experience as a Merchandise Planner
• Centralised planning experience would be beneficial

Skills:

• A high degree of numeracy and an analytical, detailed and strategic approach to work
• Computer literacy in word, excel (advanced) and planning systems
• Strong business acumen and merchant thinking
• Good organisational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Proven decision-making ability
• Ability to function across brands

Behaviours:

• Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
• Demonstrates Self-awareness - accurately perceives and reflects on personal strengths and areas of development
• Drives Results - sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Nimble learning - quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Situational Adaptability - effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.