Description:
Future Careers is seeking a Junior Merchandise Planner for a well-established retailer and manufacturer based in Durban. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, analytical retail professional with a passion for numbers, customer behaviour, and stock management, who can support the planning team in ensuring the right products reach the right stores at the right time.
Description
Sales & Inventory Analysis
- Analyse daily, weekly, and monthly sales data to identify trends and opportunities.
- Monitor store and product performance and flag risks (over/underperformance).
- Assist in proposing action plans to optimise stock levels.
Forecasting & Planning
- Support the Planner in building seasonal budgets, forecasts, and category plans.
- Update weekly sales, stock, and intake (WSSI) under guidance.
- Provide accurate reporting to support OTB (Open-to-Buy) decisions.
Stock Management
- Track stock flow into distribution centres and stores.
- Monitor replenishment levels and action store allocations promptly.
- Ensure optimal stock health: manage aged, slow movers, and markdown proposals.
Store & Product Support
- Develop an understanding of store profiles, regional performance, and customer demand.
- Assist in creating size curves and product buying ratios.
- Provide store-level insights to inform buying and assortment strategies.
Reporting & Administration
- Prepare and maintain daily/weekly reports (sales, stock, KPIs).
- Support planners with ad hoc analysis and presentations.
- Maintain internal tools, trackers, and system data accuracy.
Education Profile
- Strong numerical ability and analytical mindset.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, spreadsheets).
- Ability to interpret data and present insights clearly.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Commercial awareness and passion for retail trends.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree/diploma in Commerce, Retail, Supply Chain, or similar (advantageous).
- 1-2 years of experience in retail planning, buying admin, or stock management.
- Experience with planning systems or retail software (advantageous).
Application Instructions
06 Feb 2026;
from:
gumtree.co.za