Strategic Retail Merchandise Planner | Data-Driven Growth

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a strategic Retail Merchandise Planner to join our client's team. You will forecast demand, plan assortments, and optimize inventory to boost profitability, working with buyers and store operations.

The role requires strong analytical skills, Excel expertise, and a data-driven approach to merchandising, with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in merchandise planning, buying, or a similar retail analytical role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel and retail analytics software.
• Excellent understanding of inventory management principles and forecasting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandise plans based on sales data, market trends, and inventory levels.
• Forecast product demand and plan seasonal assortments for various retail locations.
• Collaborate with buyers to negotiate with suppliers and manage vendor relationships.
• Monitor inventory performance and make recommendations for replenishment, markdowns, and transfers.
• Analyze sales performance and provide insights to guide future buying and merchandising decisions.

Skills

Merchandise planning

Analytical skills

Forecasting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Tools

Excel

Retail analytics software

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a strategic Retail Merchandise Planner to join our client's team. You will forecast demand, plan assortments, and optimize inventory to boost profitability, working with buyers and store operations.

The role requires strong analytical skills, Excel expertise, and a data-driven approach to merchandising, with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic retail environment.