Planner - Hi Division

The Planner II is responsible for influencing and implementing the relevant brand’s merchandise strategy. They manage financial and strategic aspects of various products, including product planning, controlling open-to-buy, and reviewing figures. They also handle range assortments, replenishment, distribution strategy, and communication with stores and field teams. Additionally, they provide insights and recommendations for improving merchandise performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum Completed Degree or Diploma in Business, Commerce, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Planner
• Experience in planning for technology products or accessories will be advantageous
• Trader mentality, business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking

Skills

• A high degree of numeracy and analytical thinking
• The ability to think and operate at a strategic level
• Strong presentation skills 
• A detailed and methodical approach to work
• To be able to make decisions and meet deadlines whilst working in a fast-paced, pressurised environment
• Resilience and emotional maturity
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication
• To confidently influence and persuade at all levels
• Computer literacy in Word, Excel and related planning systems
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Ability to work effectively individually as well as within a team environment

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

Responsibilities

• Financial and strategic management of the product e.g. product planning, allocations, controlling OTB, reviewing weekly & monthly figures
• Work closely with the buying team to maximise sales, analyse performance & optimise product stock levels
• Understanding and interpreting business trends in terms of the hi target market
• Analysis of merchandise performance and relevant outcomes proposed
• Product strategy effectively communicated, presented, and implemented
• Management of range assortments
• Management of replenishment stock
• Monitor and manage inventory levels which include optimising stock levels and reducing excess
• Collaborative partnerships with external stakeholders including internal buying and operational stakeholders to maximise sales, analyse performance and optimise stock levels
• Communication with stores and field