Job Description

the hunt for a Junior Planner to join our division.Is that you?As part of our team, we’ll rely on your statistical savvy to formulate and manage the measurable aspects of product procurement. Basically – you help decide what fashionable homeware items go into our customer’s households across SA. To do this, we need you to work with your Buying counterpart to bring in the right goods, in the right amount, all at the right time.The challenge: making it happen in line with the strategy, the brand and a budget.If you enjoy:Examining information, interpreting data, developing strategies, collaborating on and making decisions, showing composure under pressure, embracing change, managing tasks, seizing opportunities, relationship management then you should keep reading!Reporting into a Senior Planner, you will be responsible for managing a particular department’s sub-categories within the division. This role requires someone who enjoys developing a strong understanding of our product and our customer. You will use this knowledge to partner closely with your Buying counterpart to develop a product strategy that will ensure the department attains maximum profitability. Once a product strategy is determined you will work closely with your team of to ensure it is executed as efficiently and effectively as possible. Qualifications: A relevant tertiary qualification in Commerce2-3 years relevant Merchandise Planning / Retail Planning experienceHomeware experience advantageousDemand and stock management experienceRelevant experience on a planning system and replenishment system eg DNFMicrosoft Excel (intermediate to advanced)Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity. Responsibilities: Collaboratively developing a strategy for your category in line with the divisional strategy for the seasonCompleting detailed analysis of your category’s performance during and post season and providing key insights and suggestions to your Buying counterpart for the current and future seasonsReacting to opportunities or possible risks in the market to either maximize sales or reduce loss in salesResponsibility for controlling the budget for their respective categoryDevelopment of key relationships with both stakeholders internal and external