Our client, a leading supplier of home décor and homeware, seeks to employ an experienced merchandise allocator, to join their planning team, in Cape Town
Please note that this role is at a mid-career level and requires advanced Excel skills, as well as experience in demand planning, forecasting and stock level management for stores
You must be able to work independently and accurately keep records and be proactive in your approach to ensuring the profitability of the company.
KEY REQUIREMENTS TO MEET FOR CONSIDERATION:
- You will have Matric, with a relevant qualification being advantageous, coupled with 3-5 years experience in merchandise allocation to retail outlets nationally
- You will have gained proven experience in optimizing sales by ensuring stores are optimally stocked and identifying trends to ensure seasonal stock levels are increased accordingly.
- You will have advanced Excel skills, being able to create Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPS, as well as generating detailed reports on stock, sales and forecasts for planning
- You will understand the retail sale cycle, be a good communicator to liaise with stores and ensure accurate data to provide planners and supply chain leadership with accurate figures on stock.
- Sound experience in new product launches and obsolete stock management in store is essential
- You will be organized, meticulous and have a high attention to detail, as well as being able to effectively manage your time and multi-task efficiently
- You must have a valid driver’s licence, own car and a clear criminal and credit record
Please note that should you not be currently resident in the region and area advertised but still wish to apply, the cost of travel for interviews and relocation will be for your expense.
Due to the exceptionally high volumes of applications, we are unable to correspond with each applicant personally, therefore only relevant and suitable candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive any correspondence from our company within 30 days, we regret your application has been unsuccessful.
