Retail Merchandise Planner

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a strategic Retail Merchandise Planner to join our client's team. You will forecast demand, plan assortments, and optimize inventory to boost profitability, working with buyers and store operations.

The role requires strong analytical skills, Excel expertise, and a data-driven approach to merchandising, with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in merchandise planning, buying, or a similar retail analytical role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel and retail analytics software.
• Excellent understanding of inventory management principles and forecasting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandise plans based on sales data, market trends, and inventory levels.
• Forecast product demand and plan seasonal assortments for various retail locations.
• Collaborate with buyers to negotiate with suppliers and manage vendor relationships.
• Monitor inventory performance and make recommendations for replenishment, markdowns, and transfers.
• Analyze sales performance and provide insights to guide future buying and merchandising decisions.

Skills

Merchandise planning

Analytical skills

Forecasting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Tools

Excel

Retail analytics software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and analytical Retail Merchandise Planner to join their team in Richards Bay . This role is central to ensuring that the right products are in the right place at the right time, optimizing inventory levels and maximizing profitability. You will be responsible for forecasting demand, planning product assortments, and collaborating with buyers and store operations to execute effective merchandise strategies. This position requires a strong understanding of the retail market and a data-driven approach to planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandise plans based on sales data, market trends, and inventory levels.
• Forecast product demand and plan seasonal assortments for various retail locations.
• Collaborate with buyers to negotiate with suppliers and manage vendor relationships.
• Monitor inventory performance and make recommendations for replenishment, markdowns, and transfers.
• Analyze sales performance and provide insights to guide future buying and merchandising decisions.

Requirements

• Proven experience in merchandise planning , buying, or a similar retail analytical role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel and retail analytics software.
• Excellent understanding of inventory management principles and forecasting techniques.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including buying, marketing, and store operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous employee discount on merchandise.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.