Senior Merchandise Planner

SUMMARY:
Durban North. Join a well-established, well-known brand in the retail apparel industry as a Senior Merchandise Planner. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded and analytical professional with 5+ years’ experience in retail or merchandise planning. A relevant Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or Supply Chain, along with proven experience in forecasting, budgeting, and OTB management, will secure.

POSITION INFO:

• Develop and manage sales, margin, and stock plans across brands and categories
• Own forecasting cycles and maintain OTB, ensuring alignment to budget
• Monitor KPIs, analyse performance, and provide actionable insights
• Lead trade reviews and drive promotional and markdown strategies
• Optimise stock levels, allocations, and replenishment to maximise profitability
• Identify risks and implement corrective stock actions
• Collaborate with Buying, Finance, Supply Chain, and Retail teams

• 5+ years’ experience in retail planning, merchandise planning, or commercial analysis
• Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or Supply Chain Management
• Proven experience managing forecasts, budgets, and OTB
• Experience within fashion, FMCG, or multi-category retail environments
• Line management experience advantageous
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with advanced Excel capability
• Experience with planning systems
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of retail KPIs
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Proactive, solutions-driven mindset