Senior Planner - The Fix

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail group in South Africa is seeking a Merchandise Planner to manage and implement merchandise strategies effectively. The role requires substantial experience in merchandise planning, strong analytical skills, and the ability to influence strategies at all levels. The ideal candidate should be resilient and possess excellent interpersonal skills, with a proven track record in fast-paced environments. Competitive salary and growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Merchandise Planner.
• Proven ability to influence and persuade at all levels.
• Strong computer literacy in Word, Excel, and planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and influence the FIX brand’s merchandise strategy.
• Conduct financial and strategic management of products.
• Analyze store profiles and sales trends for distribution.

Skills

Analytical skills

Assortment planning

Commercial acumen

Planning & organising

Supply chain management

Merchandise systems

Excel proficiency

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Influencing and implementing the FIX brand’s merchandise strategy.

Financial and strategic management of the various products, including product planning, controlling open-to-buy, and reviewing weekly & monthly figures.

Management of the range assortments on a Quick responds model.

Management and implementation of distribution strategy, including analysing store profiles & sales trends, developing promotional & range distribution by store & cluster.

Communication with stores and field teams.

Qualifications And Experience

A high degree of numeracy and analytical thinking.

Proven working experience as a Merchandise Planner (minimum 5 years).

Trader mentality, business acumen, and entrepreneurial thinking.

The ability to think and operate at a strategic level.

A detailed and methodical approach to work.

Ability to make decisions and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, pressurized environment.

Resilience and emotional maturity.

Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills.

Confidence in influencing and persuading at all levels.

Computer literacy in Word, Excel, and related planning systems.

Excellent negotiation skills.

Ability to work effectively individually and within a team.

Skills

Highly analytical, assortment planning, commercial acumen, planning & organising, supplier chain management, skilled in merchandise systems and Excel.

Behaviours

Adaptability, decision-making, interpersonal relations, problem solving, teamwork, and written communication skills.

Effective influencer, flexible, and agile in a dynamic environment.

Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve results.

Assesses and improves work processes.

Develops plans aligned with organisational goals.

Adjusts behaviour and decisions based on the situation.

Note: Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act.