* Please note we are not permitted to release the salary for this job, but trust us, it’s very worthwhile*

Truworths has successfully developed one of the retail industry’s leading Merchant Training Programmes. Truworths offer graduates, and those with work experience who may be looking for a career change, the opportunity to learn the necessary skills to be the best merchant for the business. The training provided uses cutting-edge technology and skills taught by industry experts to ensure you are set up for success.

As a Fashion Planner, you are the power behind the money. You play a key role in the company’s purchasing environment. As a natural trader, you will utilise your analytical skills, coupled with your strong numeric ability, to analyse and forecast financial and product trends to support the ultimate goals of the organisation. You enjoy engaging with technology and various systems with the aim to innovate and improve processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Business analysis
Sales forecasting
Stock management
Margin and markdownmanagement
Developing and monitoring thefinancial plans that support ourproduct ranges
Strategic input on product
Optimising merchandiseperformance

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• B.Com, BBusSci, B.Sc
or other numerate tertiary qualification

• Numerical, analytical and organisational skills

• Systems and technology orientated