Senior Planner Miladys

Mr Price Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Senior Merchandise Planner to manage department performance and develop product strategies. The ideal candidate will have a BCOM qualification and 3-5 years of relevant experience in Merchandise Planning or Retail Planning. Responsibilities include leading weekly performance analyses, controlling budgets, and developing strategies for future seasons. Strong commercial acumen, communication skills, and advanced knowledge of RPAS are essential. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team focused on maximizing profitability.

Qualifications

• 3‑5 years of relevant Merchandise Planning / Retail Planning experience.
• Advanced level understanding of RPAS (Arthur Planning).

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in completing detailed weekly analysis of departmental performance.
• Control the budget for the department and develop key relationships with stakeholders.
• Develop strategy for future seasons based on past performance and current business.
• Oversee and develop others, including trainees, to review and improve processes.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Economic understanding of supply & demand

Retail market & industry knowledge

Numerical skills

Communication skills (verbal & written)

Negotiation skills

Computer literacy

Conflict management

Analytical skills

Education

BCOM Finance, Accounts, Supply Chain, Economics

Tools

RPAS (Arthur Planning)

Job description

Senior Planner Miladys

Job Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline: December 13, 2025

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Job Description

Miladys, a trading division of the Mr Price Group is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Merchandise Planner. Reporting into the Planning Manager, you will be responsible for managing a particular department within the division. This role requires someone who enjoys developing a strong understanding of our product and our customer. You will use this knowledge to partner closely with your Buyers to develop a product strategy that will ensure the department attains maximum profitability. Once a product strategy is determined you will work closely with your team of to ensure it is executed as efficiently and effectively as possible.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in completing a detailed weekly analysis of your department's performance and react to opportunities or risks in the market to maximize sales or reduce losses.
• Control the budget for the department and develop key relationships with stakeholders internal and external to execute the business strategy.
• Develop a strategy for future seasons based on past performance, current business and new opportunities in the market.
• Oversee and develop others (including trainees) with a constant hunger to review and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification – BCOM Finance, Accounts, Supply Chain, Economics.
• 3‑5 years of relevant Merchandise Planning / Retail Planning experience.
• Advanced level understanding of RPAS (Arthur Planning).

Knowledge / Skills Required

• Commercial acumen.
• Economic understanding of supply & demand.
• Retail market & industry knowledge.
• Numerical skills.
• Communication skills (verbal & written).
• Negotiation skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Conflict management.
• Analytical skills.
• Business understanding of Miladys business processes, MRPG Systems & BI and the Miladys customer preferences.
• Store keeping / procurement jobs.