Senior Planner - Totalsports at TFG (The Foschini Group)

Job Description
Key Responsibilities:


Drive product efficiencies and key measures - sales, markdown, inventory, sales margin   
Developing category strategic, tactical, and operational plans to achieve set targets
Management of range assortment at store level in conjunction with the buyer
Replenishment of key lines
Manage OTB allowance both in-season and forward budgets
Attend all appointments relating to product launches and selection throughout the year as specified
Analysis and review of previous week sales with the buying team and propose and drive actions for the week 
Preparation and presentation of performance in trade meetings
Reporting on performance, initiatives and operational plans to management periodically (weekly, monthly, seasonally, and annually)
Team player and be able to foster collaboration across buying, planning, marketing, VM and operations functions.
Be influential in the implementing of change to achieve company goals/objectives
Drive allocation and grading strategy with allocator
Delivery management
Markdown proposal and action
Regular store visits as a team


Qualifications and Experience:


Diploma, Graduate Degree, or Post Graduate Degree 
At least 5 years of proven working experience as a Planner (sports/branded goods advantageous)
Sound understanding of the retail cycle and planning process 
A good working knowledge of the current computer software packages including Microsoft office


Skills:


Analytical Processes
Commercial Acumen
Contract Management
Customer Service Delivery
Planning & Organising
Policy & Procedures
Market Research and Analysis
Supplier Management
Requirements Analysis
Global Sourcing
Strategic eCommerce


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