Retail Planner

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr002804/KN

Date posted:

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

300 000.00

SUMMARY:
Are you a data-driven strategist with a flair for retail and numbers? Step into a high-impact planning role where your insights will shape inventory, sales, and category success across a dynamic retail footprint. This is your opportunity to drive commercial performance while supporting a brand with a strong visual identity.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a leading retail brand known for its innovation, style, and customer-centric approach. With a strong presence across multiple regions, they offer a fast-paced and collaborative environment where strategic minds thrive.
As a Retail Planner, you’ll be the analytical backbone of the merchandising team—forecasting sales, optimising stock levels, and driving profitability across categories and regions. You’ll work closely with buying and allocation teams to ensure the right product is in the right place at the right time.
Why join?

Be part of a brand that blends creativity with commercial success.
Influence key business decisions through data and strategy.
Enjoy a role that combines autonomy, impact, and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Create financial merchandise plans by category and region.
Forecast sales, margins, and inventory based on historical data and future trends.
Recommend optimal stock levels, allocations, and markdown strategies.
Analyse weekly/monthly performance and adjust plans to maximise results.
Collaborate with buying and allocation teams to enhance range planning.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Degree in Business, Commerce, or Retail Planning.
3+ years’ experience in a planning or merchandise role.
Advanced Excel and strong reporting skills.
Proficiency in ERP and planning systems (e.g., JustEnough, Oracle RMS).
Detail-oriented with strong commercial acumen.

Apply now!

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Supply Chain Planning
Retail Operations
Inventory & Forecasting Analytics
Project Coordination & Resource Management

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles/positions.

For more information, contact:
Kavian Naidoo
Supply Chain and Procurement Recruitment Consultant
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