Job Description

The Planner III is responsible for the financial and strategic management of product categories, driving sales performance, optimising inventory, and leading best‑practice planning across the business. The role plays a critical part in projecting future sales, shaping product strategy, and mentoring the Merchandise Planning Team to deliver commercial results aligned to the target market and business objectives.

• Drive product efficiencies and key measures – sales, markdown, inventory, sales margin, including markdown proposal and action
• Developing category strategic, tactical, and operational plans to achieve set targets and be influential in the implementing of change to achieve company goals/objectives
• Mentor the Merchandise Planning Team and provide guidance and support to team members
• Project future sales into key categories, ensure effective sales projections, and optimise planning processes
• Management of range assortments at store level in conjunction with the buyer, including replenishment of key lines and manage range assortments and replenishment
• Manage OTB allowance both in-season and forward budgets
• Implement distribution strategies and drive allocation and grading strategy with allocator
• 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, propose and drive actions for the week, and prepare and present performance in trade meetings
• Reporting on performance, initiatives and operational plans to management periodically (weekly, monthly, seasonally, and annually)
• Delivery management
• Team player and be able to foster collaboration across buying, planning, marketing, VM and operations functions, including regular store visits as a team

• Completed National Diploma or Degree

Experience:

• Must have a minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a Planner.
• A strong interest in retail and sound knowledge of supply chain processes.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office including Excel
• Proven experience working with planning or retail systems
• Experience translating fashion and market trends into commercial, executable plans would be advantageous
• Retail experience transitioning into a Planning role would be advantageous, providing strong understanding of in‑store realities
• Fast fashion experience would be advantageous and well suited to a quick turn environment
• A strong understanding of fashion, trends, and the product lifecycle would be advantageous

Skills:

• Analytical Processes
• Commercial Acumen
• Contract Management
• Customer Service Delivery
• Planning & Organising
• Policy & Procedures
• Market Research and Analysis
• Supplier Management
• Requirements Analysis
• Global Sourcing
• Strategic eCommerce

Behaviours:

• Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
• Drives Results - sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Financial Acumen - understands and applies financial concepts and principles to make informed financial decisions
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Situational Adaptability - effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation
• Strategic Mindset - thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation

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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