Product Planner
- Location
- Western Cape
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
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In brief
Overview This role is for a Product Planner at Ackermans, specifically within the ADULTS business unit. The position focuses on delivering, implementing, and managing departmental business plans to support the merchandise strategy. What you will do * Deliver and implement departmental business plans that support the SBU’s merchandise strategy. * Manage departmental forecasts to achieve agreed departmental growth and profitability as per the Business Plan. * Prepare and deliver merchandise assortment plans that support the signed-off departmental business strategy. * Ensure sufficient inflows to maintain agreed replenishment service levels to achieve agreed departmental growth and profitability as per the Business Plan. * Provide accurate and timeous merchandise information to minimise risk and optimise business opportunities. * Execute and manage project plans to achieve the agreed objectives if applicable. Requirements (from the original advert) **Qualifications Required:** * **Essential:** Grade 12 certificate / Matric * **Preferred:** * B. Comm./ B. Science degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Stats and Business Science OR * National Diploma majoring in Internal Auditing and Cost and Management Accounting OR * National Diploma in Financial Information Systems **Job-Related Knowledge and Skills Required:** * **Knowledge required:** * The retail merchandise cycle with regards to Buying, Planning, Logistics and Stores * Seasonal & non-seasonal replenishments * The SA retail clothing market, customers and competitors * **Skills required:** * Sound commercial thinking & numerical skills * Analytical thinking & logical problem-solving skills * Interpersonal and relationship-building skills * Planning, organising & time management skills. * Conflict resolution skills * Resilience, 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 responsibilities **Experience 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 experience * Prior store planning experience * Previous store management experience 1 – 2 years * Previous exposure to general logistics and supply chain processes * Experience 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. Who should apply The ideal candidate is an experienced planner with a strong understanding of merchandise products in a value retail business. They should be self-motivated, passionate about data-driven performance, and focused on driving results through numbers. A high energy level is required to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/product-planner-ackermans-7 Source: myjobmag
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- At least 3 years of experience.
- Microsoft Excel
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