Strategic Merchandise Planner | Inventory & Forecasting

Pepkor Lifestyle; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive remuneration

Health & wellness benefits

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Pepkor Lifestyle in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a strategic Merchandise Planner to forecast, plan, and manage product assortments across retail channels. You will work closely with buying, marketing and store operations to ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time, driving profitability and commercial success.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience in retail planning, and a data-driven approach. Hybrid work model offered with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Merchandise Planner or similar retail planning role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with Excel and planning software.
• Understanding of retail math, forecasting techniques and inventory management.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandise plans based on sales data and financial goals.
• Forecast demand and manage inventory levels across product categories.
• Collaborate with buyers to select and source seasonally appropriate products.
• Optimize assortment and allocations for store locations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/related

Matric

Tools

Excel

Planning software

Job description

Pepkor Lifestyle in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a strategic Merchandise Planner to forecast, plan, and manage product assortments across retail channels. You will work closely with buying, marketing and store operations to ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time, driving profitability and commercial success.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience in retail planning, and a data-driven approach. Hybrid work model offered with competitive compensation.