Product Planner Womens Apparel - Western Cape, Cape Town - Cape Town Region
Michele Visser Recruiters
PRODUCT PLANNER WOMENS APPAREL My client a leading fashion retailer in Cape Town has an exciting new vacancy for a Product Planner in their Womens Apparel team. We're on the lookout for a confident and positive Planner to play a pivotal role in our journey. Key Responsibilities Delivering and implementing departmental business plans that support the SBU's merchandise strategy. Managing departmental forecasts to achieve agreed departmental growth and profitability as per the Business Plan. Preparing and delivering merchandise assortment plans that support the signed-off departmental business strategy. Ensuring sufficient inflows to maintaining agreed replenishment service levels to achieve agreed departmental growth and profitability as per the Business Plan. Providing accurate and timeous merchandise information to minimise risk and optimise business opportunities. Executing and managing project plans to achieve the agreed objectives (if applicable). Qualifications required: A Grade 12 certificate is an essential requirement. A qualification would be a definite advantage. Preferred qualifications are: Comm./ B. Science degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Stats and Business Science OR National Diploma majoring in Internal Auditing and Cost and Management Accounting OR National Diploma in Financial Information Systems Knowledge of: the retail merchandise cycle with regards to Buying, Planning, Logistics and Stores seasonal & non-seasonal replenishments the SA retail clothing market, customers and competitors Skills required: Sound commercial thinking & numerical skills Analytical thinking & logical problem-solving skills Interpersonal and relationship-building skills Planning, organising & time management skills. Conflict resolution skills Demonstrate: Resilience, agility, and the ability to maintain high levels of drive and initiative under pressure. Collaboration skills, fostering a shared vision, and positively influencing decision-making in a team setting. Flexibility to function effectively under pressure and maintain a positive attitude and work performance in diverse circumstances. Self-motivation, a sense of responsibility, and pride in one's work. Methodical and detail-oriented approach, ensuring accuracy in tasks. Effective communication skills across all levels. Strong sense of integrity in professional conduct. Deadline-oriented mindset. Assertiveness in handling tasks and responsibilities A minimum of 2-3 years previous experience in product planning within a relevant retail and/or FMCG environment is an ESSENTIAL requirement. Preferred experience: Replenishment and assortment planning experience Prior store planning experience Previous store management experience (1 - 2 years) Previous exposure to general logistics and supply chain processes Experience working in planning systems. Experience working with the most recent Microsoft software, including Word and Excel, is a prerequisite. Proficiency in advanced Excel usage would be an asset. If you possess the experience and skills ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our dynamic team Send CV by the 21st of March 2024. Desired Skills: Sound commercial thinking & numerical skills Desired Work Experience: 2 to 5 years Desired Qualification Level: Grade 12 / Matric
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