Merchandise Planner

Remuneration:Market related
Location: Cape Town, CBD
Job level: Junior/Mid
Type:Permanent
Reference:#CUMG-2819
Company:Cape Union Mart

Job description
An opportunity has become available within Old Khaki for a confident, energetic and resilient

Merchandise Planner who possesses strong analytical, logical reasoning and the numerical abilities required for Old Khaki Menswear portfolio advertised in adherence to the Cape Union Mart Group standards.

Our ideal candidate will have the ability to align with the company vision, be self-motivated and actively involved in the planning process in the applicable area of responsibility. In addition, the successful candidate should have the high energy levels required for this fast-paced, exciting and dynamic retail environment.

Requirements
Duties and Responsibilities:

Contribute to achieving Turnover, GP & Stock budgets and other KPI’s.

Post Seasonal analysis, Strategic Planning, Range & Assortment Planning.

Budgeting and forecasting in order to maximize sales and profitability.

Stock control and distribution whereby you ensure that the product assortments, volumes and store & product attributes are maximized.

Liaising effectively with stores, suppliers, customers, shipping and marketing


Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications Required:


> 4 years’ experience as a Merchandise Planner within a fashion retail environment

Matric / Gr 12

Relevant tertiary qualification

Microsoft Office proficiency

Reporting systems

Experience in ‘Enterprise Planning’ would be beneficial

Job Related Competencies:


A passion for keeping up to date with product trends

Good articulation with excellent English written & verbal communication skills

Sound numerical, analytical thinking & logical problem-solving skills

Strong merchant, trader and commercial mentality

A Team Collaborator with strong strategic and forward thinking

Strong planning, organizing, administrating and coordinating skills

Ability to work independently, self-lead and use initiative

Methodical, detail-orientated and accurate

Deadline and outcomes focused

Resilient and tenacious in a pressurized, fast-paced and ever-changing environment

Ability to resolve conflict

Ability to build and maintain relationships with all levels of the organization

An eagerness to learn