Retail Planner – Retail Industry – R400K – R300K

Hire Resolve; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail services provider is looking for a Retail Planner to join their team in KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and 2-3 years of product planning experience in a retail setting. Responsibilities include developing sales and inventory plans, managing procurement, and liaising with Buyers on assortment and replenishment. The position offers a competitive salary between R300K and R400K, alongside opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Training & Development

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Relevant 3-year Degree / Diploma required.
• 2 to 3 years of Product Planning Experience in a retail environment necessary.
• High level of Excel ability is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain item sales and inventory plans.
• Manage inventory procurement plan effectively.
• Work with Buyers to align assortment and replenishment plans.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Inventory management

Sales planning

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant 3-year Degree / Diploma

Tools

Replenishment system software

Job description

Overview

Hire Resolve’s client in the Retail Industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a Retail Planner to join their team in KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain item sales and inventory plans
• Overall management and utilization of inventory procurement plan
• Develop item unit plan using the replenishment system software
• Order and manage inventory investments
• Analyze and determine allocation methods
• Analyze, determine, and execute initial orders for new items including quantity and timing
• Maintain and partner with Buyers in understanding store profiles for each category
• Work directly with Buyers to ensure that assortment plans and item eligibility directly coincide with replenishment plans
• Responsible for maintaining financials including Open‑to‑Buy planning based on the inventory procurement plans
• Engage with Buyers to manage current and future OTB status
• Manage tasks and responsibilities within cross‑functional teams and cultivate networks across divisions and functions to improve business processes

Requirements

• Relevant 3‑year Degree / Diploma
• 2 to 3 Years of Product Planning Experience in a retail environment
• High level of Excel ability essential
• Must understand the forecasting aspect of planning and interaction of key KPIs
• Sound numerical, analytical thinking & logical problem‑solving skills
• Strong data handling capabilities
• Strong merchant, trader, and commercial mentality
• Team Collaborator who is strategic and forward‑thinking
• Ability to work independently, self‑lead, and use initiative
• Methodical, detail‑orientated, and high level of accuracy
• Punctual, deadline and outcomes‑focused
• Strong analytical and financial skills
• High attention to detail
• Inventory management
• Sales planning
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work with all levels within an organization
• Replenishment system
• Able to interpret numerical data, form conclusions, and make quick decisions based on this
• Able to multi‑task and prioritize time / workload effectively
• Highly driven, motivated, and confident
• Imaginative and creative in identifying workable solutions
• Taking responsibility for development and have a hunger for autonomy and accountability
• Passionate about retail with a desire to progress through to Buyer and beyond

Benefits

• Salary : R300K / yr – R400K / yr, salary negotiable
• Training & Development
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (if applicable)

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Salary : negotiable.

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.