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Senior Location Planner Jet (Footwear Speciality)

TFG (The Foschini Group) Gauteng 4 months ago
Full-time
Information Technology

Responsibilities

Project future sales into key categories.

Manage range assortments and replenishment.

Implement distribution strategies.

Provide guidance and support to team members.

Ensure effective sales projections.

Drive process optimization.

Work closely with the buying team to maximise sales, analyse performance & optimise product stock levels

Understanding and interpreting business trends in terms of the Jet target market

Analysis of merchandise performance and relevant outcomes proposed

Financial and strategic management of the product e.g. product planning, allocations, controlling OTB, reviewing weekly & monthly figures

Management of replenishment stock

Collaborative partnerships with internal and external suppliers established and maintained

Qualifications

A completed National Diploma or Degree in Business Management/BCom or related studies

Experience

Must have a minimum of 5+ years' experience as a Planner.

A strong interest in retail and sound knowledge of supply chain processes.

Trader mentality, business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking

Experience in Footwear planning is advantageous

Behaviours:

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 

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 

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