The Planner III is responsible for mentoring the Merchandise Planning Team, projecting future sales into key categories, and optimizing planning processes. This includes managing range assortments and replenishment, implementing distribution strategies, and providing guidance and support to team members.

Key Responsibilities:

Work closely with the buying team to maximise sales, analyse performance & optimise product stock levels Understanding and interpreting business trends in terms of the Fabiani target market Analysis of merchandise performance and relevant outcomes proposed Product strategy effectively communicated, presented, and implemented Financial and strategic management of the product e.g. product planning, allocations, controlling OTB, reviewing weekly & monthly figures Management of range assortments Management of replenishment stock Collaborative partnerships with internal and external suppliers established and maintained

Qualifications and Experience:

Proven working experience as a Merchandise Planner (3 years minimum) Trader mentality, business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking

Skills: 

A high degree of numeracy and analytical thinking The ability to think and operate at a strategic level A detailed and methodical approach to work To be able to make decisions and meet deadlines whilst working in a fast-paced, pressurised environment Resilience and emotional maturity Excellent interpersonal skills Exceptional verbal and written communication To confidently influence and persuade at all levels Computer literacy in Word, Excel and related planning systems Excellent negotiation skills Ability to work effectively individually as well as within a team environment 

Behaviours: 

Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships Demonstrates Self-awareness - accurately perceives and reflects on personal strengths and areas of development 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 Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems Nimble learning - quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment 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

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.