Senior Location Planner Jet (Footwear Speciality) at TFG (The Foschini Group)

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