SENIOR PLANNER - RETAIL - CAPE TOWN

DO MORE Placements; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic retail company in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Planner to take ownership of the full planning function. This includes managing inventory and overseeing goods flow. A Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years experience in a senior planning role are required. The role offers benefits like staff discounts and performance incentives, with flexible working hours.

Benefits

Staff discount

Performance incentives

Medical aid

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in a senior planning or retail role.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant merchandise and distribution planning experience.
• Proven experience managing diverse and distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the full planning function within the retail business.
• Provide critical planning insights to support the buying team.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and succession planning.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Analytical mindset

Team leadership

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Job description

SENIOR PLANNER - RETAIL - CAPE TOWN

We are looking for a dynamic individual to take ownership of the full planning function within a retail business. This includes managing inventory, overseeing the flow of goods, and driving all forecasting, pricing, and procurement activities.

Planning & Strategy

Interpret the overall business strategy and assist in crafting merchandise plans and product ranges that align with the company's objectives.

Design and implement a cohesive planning framework that responds to market demand, highlights upsell opportunities, considers end-of-life stock, and adheres to budgetary guidelines (OTB) and future season plans.

Use data insights, including input from global counterparts, to inform forecasts and contribute to range planning.

Retail Operations Collaboration

Provide critical planning insights and data to support the buying team throughout the procurement cycle.

Work closely with Buyers to ensure the selection of product samples is well-suited to the local market.

Partner with Retail Buyers and Merchandisers to ensure buy plans are clearly defined and understood by all involved.

Oversee merchandise planning logistics and supply chain processes within the retail function.

Regularly track stock levels against forecasts and plans.

Analytics & Reporting

Oversee the consolidation and uploading of all purchase orders.

Support the design and optimization of order and inventory management systems, including planning POS logistics and reporting tools.

Refine reporting tools to evaluate historical sales, seasonal trends, aged stock, and clearance strategies.

Maintain and enhance a demand planning tool to enable proactive store and business-level planning.

Generate management reports tracking performance margins and stock lifecycle status.

Update and maintain an accurate Available to Sell (ATS) report weekly.

Create seasonal and ATS order documents

Design dashboards to visualize performance, highlight growth opportunities, and flag risks.

Team Leadership

Oversee the full merchandise planning process and function.

Lead recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and succession planning within the department.

Ensure compliance with all planning processes and standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.

At least 3 years of experience in a senior planning or retail role, with a minimum of 5 years relevant merchandise and distribution planning experience.

Strategic thinker with the ability to communicate vision and direction effectively.

Proven experience managing diverse and distributed teams.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Strong numerical, analytical, and detail-focused mindset.

Highly organized and deadline-driven with excellent attention to detail.

Strong team player who encourages collaboration.

Excellent problem-solving skills

Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting without compromising quality.

Reliable, punctual, and open to flexible working hours.

Must have a valid driver’s license and own vehicle.

Willingness to travel locally when required.

Benefits

Staff discount, performance incentives, medical aid, and more.

Established and growing e-commerce leader expanding their team. Flexi-time based on candidate needs. 2-3 years experience in Retail Planning needed. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential. Own car required. APPLY TODAY.