Cape Town: SENIOR PLANNER – R70k-R65k pm – RETAIL posted by DO MORE Placements
Posted on 2025-07-15 00:00:00
| Employer | DO MORE Placements |
|---|---|
| Category | Other IT/Computer |
| Location | Western Cape / Cape Town |
Job Summary
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Interpret the overall business strategy and assist in crafting merchandise plans and product ranges that align with the companys objectives.
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Design and implement a cohesive planning framework that responds to market demand, highlights upsell opportunities, and considers end-of-life stock, while adhering to budgetary guidelines (OTB) and future season plans.
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Use data insights, including input from global counterparts, to inform forecasts and contribute to range planning.
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Provide critical planning insights and data to support the buying team throughout the procurement cycle.
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Work closely with Buyers to ensure the selection of product samples is well-suited to the local market.
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Partner with Retail, Buyers, and Merchandisers to ensure buy plans are clearly defined and understood by all involved.
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Oversee the merchandise planning, logistics, and supply chain processes within the retail function.
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Regularly track stock levels against forecasts and plans.
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Oversee the consolidation and uploading of all purchase orders.
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Support the design and optimization of order and inventory management systems, including planning, POS, logistics, and reporting tools.
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Continuously refine reporting tools to evaluate historical sales, seasonal trends, aged stock, and clearance strategies.
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Maintain and enhance a demand planning tool to enable proactive store and business-level planning.
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Generate management reports tracking performance, margins, and stock lifecycle status.
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Update and maintain an accurate Available to Sell (ATS) report on a weekly basis.
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Create seasonal and ATS order documents.
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Design dashboards to visualize performance, highlight growth opportunities, and flag risks.
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Oversee the full merchandise planning process and function.
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Lead recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and succession planning within the department.
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Ensure compliance with all planning processes and standards.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
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At least 3 years experience in a senior planning or retail role, with a minimum of 5 years relevant merchandise and distribution planning experience.
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Strategic thinker with the ability to communicate vision and direction effectively.
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Proven experience managing diverse and distributed teams.
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
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Strong numerical, analytical, and detail-focused mindset.
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Highly organized and deadline-driven with excellent attention to detail.
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Strong team player who encourages collaboration.
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Excellent problem-solving skills.
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Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting without compromising on quality.
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Reliable, punctual, and open to flexible working hours.
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Must have a valid drivers license and own vehicle.
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Willingness to travel locally when required.
Benefits
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Staff discount
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Performance incentives
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Medical Aid
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