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JOB PURPOSE:We’re looking for experienced planners to deliver, implement and manage departmental business plans that support the merchandise strategy for our KIDS and Intimates business units.Our ideal candidate? An experienced planner with a strong understanding of merchandise products in a value retail business. A self-motivated individual who’s passionate about data-driven performance and driving results through numbers. You’ll need to bring your high energy level to keep up with the excitement of our retail environment!KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Delivering and implementing departmental business plans that support the SBU’s merchandise strategy.Managing departmental forecasts to achieve agreed departmental growth and profitability as per the Business Plan.Preparing and delivering merchandise assortment plans that support the signed-off departmental business strategy.Ensuring sufficient inflows to maintaining agreed replenishment service levels to achieve agreed departmental growth and profitability as per the Business Plan.Providing accurate and timeous merchandise information to minimise risk and optimise business opportunities.Executing and managing project plans to achieve the agreed objectives (if applicable).QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Essential: Grade 12 certificate / MatricPreferred:B. Comm./ B. Science degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Stats and Business Science ORNational Diploma majoring in Internal Auditing and Cost and Management Accounting ORNational Diploma in Financial Information SystemsJOB RELATED KNOWELDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:Knowledge required:the retail merchandise cycle with regards to Buying, Planning, Logistics and Storesseasonal & non-seasonal replenishmentsthe SA retail clothing market, customers and competitorsSkills required:Sound commercial thinking & numerical skillsAnalytical thinking & logical problem-solving skillsInterpersonal and relationship-building skillsPlanning, organising & time management skills.Conflict resolution skillsResilience, agility, and the ability to maintain high levels of drive and initiative under pressure.Collaboration skills, fostering a shared vision, and positively influencing decision-making in a team setting.Flexibility to function effectively under pressure and maintain a positive attitude and work performance in diverse circumstances.Self-motivation, a sense of responsibility, and pride in one’s work.Methodical and detail-oriented approach, ensuring accuracy in tasks.Effective communication skills across all levels.Strong sense of integrity in professional conduct.Deadline-oriented mindset.Assertiveness in handling tasks and responsibilitiesEXPERIENCE REQUIRED:A minimum of 3-5 years previous experience in product planning within a relevant retail and/or FMCG environment is essential.Replenishment and assortment planning experiencePrior store planning experiencePrevious store management experience (1 – 2 years)Previous exposure to general logistics and supply chain processesExperience working in planning systems.Experience working with the most recent Microsoft software, including Word and Excel, is a prerequisite. Proficiency in advanced Excel usage would be an asset.