Strategic Category Planner – Data-Driven Retail

DotActiv (Pty) Ltd.; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

DotActiv (Pty) Ltd. is seeking a Category Planner in Germiston to drive data-driven assortment planning for retail clients. You will create strategic plans, analyse clusters and space, and deliver insights that boost sales and profitability. This position requires a practical understanding of retail and strong communication skills.

You'll travel locally to meet clients, work with laptops, and engage with cross-functional teams to implement on-site category strategies using the DotActiv software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Consumer Science or Commerce.
• Business English proficiency required.
• 1–2 years retail experience advantageous.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle.
• Windows laptop required; DotActiv software runs on Windows.

Responsibilities

• Create strategic assortment plans.
• Plan data-driven shelf layouts.
• Perform floor-space analytics.
• Develop cluster plans per category.
• Provide client insights and guidance.
• Support on-site meetings with clients.

Skills

English proficiency

Retail experience

Problem solving

Customer focus

Team player

Education

Consumer Science/Commerce degree

Tools

MS Office

Google Docs

DotActiv software

Job description

DotActiv (Pty) Ltd. is seeking a Category Planner in Germiston to drive data-driven assortment planning for retail clients. You will create strategic plans, analyse clusters and space, and deliver insights that boost sales and profitability. This position requires a practical understanding of retail and strong communication skills.

You'll travel locally to meet clients, work with laptops, and engage with cross-functional teams to implement on-site category strategies using the DotActiv software.