Senior Planner-Foschini

Education:  A completed National Diploma or Degree in Business Management/BCom or related studies with majors in Finance, Statistics, Economics, or Maths.  Experience:   Min 5 years of proven working experience as a Planner Sound understanding of the retail cycle and planning process   A good working knowledge of the current computer software packages including Microsoft office A high degree of numeracy and an analytical, detailed and strategic approach to work. Behaviors: Being Resilient - rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. Building Effective Teams - forms, develops and leads a group of individuals toward the achievement of a common team objective Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships Cultivates Innovation - creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions Drives Engagement - inspires, motivates and empowers individuals to go above and beyond for the benefit of the team and the organisation Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems Organisational Savvy - understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people 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   Preference will be given but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act

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  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