Retail Planner - Retail Industry

Hire Resolve; Durban; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment company is seeking a skilled Retail Planner in KwaZulu-Natal. The role involves developing merchandise and assortment plans that align with business goals. Candidates should have at least 5 years of retail management experience and strong skills in data analysis and communication. Proficiency in ERP systems and a business-related degree are essential. This position offers an opportunity to drive business growth within a leading team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of retail management experience.
• Strong product knowledge and merchandising skills are required.
• Driver’s license and own vehicle is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop merchandise financial plans that align with business strategy.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to forecast sales.
• Create assortment plans that meet customer demand.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for effective execution.

Skills

Retail mathematics

Data analysis

Planning and organization

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Matric with a business-related tertiary qualification (BCom Retail buying or Business management)

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Hire Resolve's client is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Retail Planner to join their industry team in KwaZulu-Natal. The Retail Planner will be responsible for developing merchandise financial plans and assortment plans that align with the company’s overall business strategy and financial goals. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of retail mathematics and data analysis, as well as the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement merchandise financial plans that support the company's sales, margin, and inventory turnover goals
• Analyze historical sales data and market trends to forecast future sales and inventory needs
• Create assortment plans that meet customer demand while maximizing profitability
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Inventory Management, and Marketing teams to ensure assortment plans are executed effectively
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify opportunities for improvement and drive business growth
• Conduct regular business reviews and present findings to senior management
• Stay current on retail industry trends and best practices

Requirements

• Matric with a business-related tertiary qualification (BCom. Retail buying or Business management).
• Minimum 5 years of retail management experience.
• Highly computer skilled in ERP systems as well as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Management, leadership, and supervisory skills, combined with strong planning and organizational skills and the ability to train and motivate staff.
• Product knowledge and merchandising skills are compulsory.
• Driver’s license and own vehicle is compulsory.
• Able to travel to branches when required.
• Project management experience and skills, with experience in store planning and layout design.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career‑changing move.

• Apply for this role today, contact Ashley Feldtmann, Rebecca Grylls, or Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.