Planning Executive – DBN

Salary: R55 000 – R60 000

Requirements:
5-6 years experience in a similar role
Required to develop, for the group, sales, gross profit and inventory plans that meet the financial targets as set in the operating plan to meet the business objectives.
Required to study the purchase trends of the customers, seasonal trends and fashion for forecasting the purchase of goods for the store
B.Com or other numerate tertiary qualification essential
Sound knowledge

Duties & Responsibilities:

Customer Focus
Have knowledge of the target market

Have awareness and deep insights into our customer needs , tastes and preferences

Understand and predict customer needs

Be aware of socio economic circumstances and purchasing behaviours

Be aware of who he/she compares us with

Strategic Planning
Work within a budget framework, to ensure correct product selection and adequate cash flow

Forecast the stock requirements of the business (in terms of range, quantity and timing)

Plan purchases for the year ahead

Give detailed company progress and performance updates in weekly strategy meetings with senior management

Core Replenishments and forecasting

Input and buy plan

Control in flow of stock

Determination of optimal order quantities

Management of markdowns

Analysis and reporting and insights required by business

Conduct regular Planner/Buyer/Supplier