Merchandise Planner – Retail HO Jobs in Milnerton, South Africa at Service Solutions
Key Responsibilities
Planning & Forecasting
Build detailed sales, stock, and margin plans by supplier.
Use Trader ERP, Netstock, and Power BI to manage forecasting, replenishment, and OTB tracking.
Create monthly reviews showing sales vs. forecast, highlighting variances and recovery plans.
Stock & Performance Management
Analyse supplier performance by store and channel to maximise stock turn.
Recommend actions to optimise product mix, phase-ins, and exit strategies.
Monitor sell-through, ageing, and markdown exposure; propose corrective actions early.
Vendor & Supplier Collaboration
Support Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) reporting and analysis for key suppliers.
Collaborate with suppliers on stock health, promotional planning, and sell-through insights.
Cross-Functional Partnership
Work closely with Buyers and Buyer’s Assistants to align product selection with financial plans.
Liaise with Finance on OTB and cash-flow implications.
Partner with E-Commerce and Store Operations to ensure right stock, right place, right time.
Continuous Improvement
Participate in Agile sprint reviews and retrospectives to refine processes and planning accuracy.
Develop smarter, faster ways of working using data and automation.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Stock Turn – Improve supplier stock turn to target.
OTB Accuracy – Maintain forecast accuracy within defined variance.
Sell-Through Rate – Achieve optimal sell-through with minimal markdown.
Reporting Quality & Timeliness – Deliver accurate reports and actionable insights on time.
What You’ll Bring
3–5 years of merchandise or inventory planning experience in retail or FMCG
Strong analytical and Excel/Power BI skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Experience in ERP systems (preferably Trader or similar).
Confidence interpreting data and communicating insights clearly.
Commercial curiosity, agility, and the drive to make things happen.
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Title: Merchandise Planner – Retail HO
Company: Service Solutions
Location: Milnerton, South Africa
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