Online Planner - Foschini

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

TFG (The Foschini Group) is looking for an Online Planner to drive online sales, profitability and inventory productivity. You will develop demand, stock and intake plans across digital channels to ensure the right product is available for online customers while balancing availability and margin.

You will collaborate with Buying, Merchandise Planning, E-commerce and Marketing teams to translate merchandising strategies into actionable online plans and to provide data-led recommendations for

Qualifications

• 2–5 years experience in Merchandise Planning, Online Planning or Retail Analytics.
• Experience in forecasting, inventory management and commercial performance analysis.
• Fashion, apparel or omnichannel retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive online sales, stock, margin and profitability against targets.
• Monitor daily/weekly trade performance and identify risks or opportunities.
• Develop and maintain sales, stock, intake and demand forecasts.
• Manage stock investment and optimize stock cover, turnover and availability.
• Partner with Buying, Merchandise Planning, E-commerce and Marketing teams.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory planning

Data analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Degree in Commerce / Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

The Online Planner is responsible for driving online sales, profitability and inventory productivity by developing and executing demand, stock and intake plans across digital channels. This role ensures the right product is available at the right time for the online customer while balancing availability, margin and inventory investment.

Job Description

The Online Planner is responsible for driving online sales, profitability and inventory productivity by developing and executing demand, stock and intake plans across digital channels. This role ensures the right product is available at the right time for the online customer while balancing availability, margin and inventory investment.

Responsibilities

Commercial Ownership & Trading

• Drive online sales, stock, margin and profitability performance against agreed targets.
• Monitor daily and weekly trade performance and proactively identify risks and opportunities.
• Evaluate campaign and promotion performance to maximise commercial outcomes.
• Improve conversion, availability, sell-through and inventory productivity.

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Develop and maintain sales, stock, intake and demand forecasts.
• Support seasonal planning, budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Translate merchandise strategies into actionable online plans.
• Improve forecast accuracy through continuous review and analysis.

Inventory Optimisation

• Manage stock investment and inventory productivity.
• Optimise stock cover, stock turn, sell-through and availability.
• Support markdown and clearance strategies.
• Partner with Supply Chain to improve stock flow and fulfilment performance.

Cross Functional Partnership

• Partner with Buying, Merchandise Planning, E-commerce and Marketing teams.
• Provide data-led recommendations that influence commercial decisions.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across the business.

Insights, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Develop dashboards and management reporting frameworks.
• Provide actionable insights on customer demand and online performance.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Commerce, Business, Supply Chain, Economics, Statistics, Analytics or related field.
• Minimum 2-5 years experience within Merchandise Planning, Online Planning, Retail Planning or Retail Analytics.
• Experience in forecasting, inventory management and commercial performance analysis.
• Fashion, apparel or omnichannel retail experience preferred

Skills

• Advanced Excel including Power Query, Pivot Tables and XLOOKUP.
• Power BI and business intelligence tools.
• Strong analytical and commercial modelling capability.

Behaviours

• 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
• 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.

About Us

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

Are you with us?

About The Team

Foschini has been dressing fashionable South African women for 100 years, supporting and inspiring women to create a better future. We are your ultimate destination for stylish, contemporary fashion. From smart and casual wear to denim, leisurewear, accessories, lingerie, footwear, cosmetics, jewellery, and kidswear. We offer great value and a modern shopping experience. We're seeking energetic and creative individuals to join our team and help us deliver the latest trends. Join us and be part of a brand that brings fashion to life with vibrant, on-trend styles!