Hire Resolve’s client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Merchandise Planner to join their team in the Western Cape Agricultural Industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing merchandise plans to support sales and inventory goals. They will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive the financial success of the business.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain merchandise plans that align with sales and inventory objectives
• Analyze historical data and current trends to forecast future demand
• Collaborate with buying and merchandising teams to ensure product assortment meets customer needs
• Monitor inventory levels, sales performance, and pricing strategies to optimize profitability
• Identify opportunities for markdowns, promotions, and new product launches
• Provide recommendations for the allocation and replenishment of merchandise
• Prepare regular reports and presentations to communicate performance metrics and recommendations to leadership

Requirements:

• Must have a B. Eng. Industrial Degree
• Proficiency in Excel and other data analysis tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

 Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Ashley Feldtmann at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn

You can also visit the Hire Resolve website hireresolve.us or email us your CV:  *****@*****.co.za

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

A leading retail company situated in the Western Cape is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Merchandise Planner to join their team.

The successful incumbent for this position will be responsible for:

• A game changer who can work for a retailer of the future driving sales & strategy
• Innovative thinker who can maximize category margin and stock efficiencies
• Excellent analytical skills that drive and support business strategy while challenging the status quo
• Effective assortment planning with a strong trader instinct
• Agile thinkers who can drive promotional activity and engage with channel owners to drive sales velocity
• Execute strategy and deliver against key financial and service level metrics

Key requirements:

• Tertiary qualification/degree in a relevant field
• Minimum of 3 years of Merchandise Planning experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders with confidence
• Confidence in your analytical skills to make high-impact decisions regarding your category
• Strong organization, planning, and time management skills
• Proficient capabilities in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Demonstrated experience working with production, trends, and buying teams to achieve strategy vision

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to *****@*****.co.za

You are welcome to contact Rebecca or Nehelene at (***)***-****.

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.
Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us within 3 days.