Job Description

The Planner III is responsible for mentoring the Merchandise Planning Team, projecting future sales into key categories, and optimizing planning processes. This includes managing range assortments and replenishment, implementing distribution strategies, and providing guidance and support to team members.

• Drive product efficiencies and key measures – sales, markdown, inventory, sales margin    

• Developing category strategic, tactical, and operational plans to achieve set targets

• Management of range assortment at store level in conjunction with the buyer

• Manage OTB allowance both in-season and forward budgets

• Attend all appointments relating to product launches and selection throughout the year as specified

• Analysis and review of previous week sales with the buying team and propose and drive actions for the week 

• Preparation and presentation of performance in trade meetings

• Reporting on performance, initiatives and operational plans to management periodically (weekly, monthly, seasonally, and annually)

• Team player and be able to foster collaboration across buying, planning, marketing, VM and operations functions.

• Be influential in the implementing of change to achieve company goals/objectives

• Drive allocation and grading strategy with allocator

• Delivery management

• Markdown proposal and action

• Regular store visits as a team

Education:

• A completed National Diploma or Degree in Business Management/BCom or related studies with majors in Finance, Statistics, Economics, or Maths.

Experience:

• Min 5 years of proven working experience as a Planner
• Sound understanding of the retail cycle and planning process 
• A good working knowledge of the current computer software packages including Microsoft office
• A high degree of numeracy and an analytical, detailed and strategic approach to work.

Behaviors:

• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, decision making, interpersonal relations, problem solving, teamwork & written communication  

• Comfortable and effective influencer.  

• You need to be flexible as the environment is very dynamic and priorities can change.  

• Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results 

• Adapts effectively to situations that are complex, uncertain, or lack guidelines and clear information 

• Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems

• Thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation 

• Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes 

• Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives 

• Effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation 

Preference will be given but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

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