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Johannesburg: Merchandise Planner posted by Browns Jewellers

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Job Description

The Merchandise Planner is responsible for developing and managing merchandise 
financial plans to drive sales, optimize inventory, and maximize profitability. Working 
closely with buyers, merchandisers, supply chain, and the BI team, this role plays a 
critical part in forecasting demand, planning assortments, and ensuring stock aligns with 
business goals.  
Were looking for someone with a positive attitude, who enjoys solving problems, takes 
initiative, and is committed to growing both their skills and their professional brand in 
the jewellery industry.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

Develop seasonal and annual merchandise financial plans by category, 
subcategory, and channel.  
Monitor and analyze sales, margin, inventory levels, and sell-through to identify 
trends and opportunities.  
Forecast product demand and intake, adjusting plans based on performance and 
external factors.  
Create and manage open-to-buy(OTB) budgets.  
Collaborate with buying and products teams to build balanced assortments 
aligned with financial targets.  
Work closely with the allocation team to ensure correct product distribution 
across channels or stores.  
Partner with supply chain/logistics to ensure inventory flow aligns with 
promotional calendars and launch schedules.  
Support markdown planning and stock clearance strategies to optimize margin 
and reduce aged stock.  
Provide regular reporting and insights to key stakeholders, including trade 
reviews and post-season analysis.  
Leverage BI tools and dashboards to enhance decision-making and efficiency.  
Managing of merchandise planners and coaching of junior members.


Requirements

Bachelors degree in Business, Merchandising, Finance, or a related field.  
4-5 years of experience in merchandise planning, general analytics and planning 
or financial analysis.  
Managing of subordinates  
Strong analytical and numerical skills  
Commercial mindset with attention to profitability and customer behavior.  
Advanced Excel and/or planning tools.  
Experience in retail, fashion, e-commerce or consumer goods preferred but not 
required.  



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