Job Description

A Senior Planner opportunity has become available at Dunns Support office within the Merchandise department.The Senior Planner is responsible for the delivery, implementation and management of departmental business plans that support the department's merchandise strategy. Dunns is looking for a self-confident, motivated, positive and resilient individual who can think laterally and who has strong analytical and proven numerical abilities.The successful applicant will also need to have a successful track record in store, product or dual function planning in order to maintain and grow the above-mentioned portfolio in accordance with company strategies.
Qualifications

• A Grade 12 /Matric certificate is a minimum requirement.

• Minimum 3 years experience in Product Planning is essential.
• Proficiency in the latest Google Suite (Slides, Docs & Sheets) or Microsoft packages (Word & Advanced Excel) is an essential requirement.
• A relevant business qualification would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of the retail merchandise cycle with regards to Buying, planning, logistics and stores.
• Familiarity with a merchandise planning system such as JDA Enterprise planning would be highly beneficial.
• A strong logical thinking and analytical ability with excellent numerical skills and the ability to be accurate and pay attention to detail.
• Has a high energy level and is performance-driven and deadline-oriented.
• Excellent planning, organizing and time management skills.
• Ability to remain flexible, function under pressure and maintain a positive attitude and work performance in a variety of circumstances.
• Ability to multi-task and to deal with complexities, use initiative to solve problems.
• Ability to work independently, as well as be a team player.
• Sound communication and negotiation skills and must be honest and ethical in everything they do.

• Preparing and implementing merchandise business plans in support of the company strategy.
• Re-forecast seasonal sales based on previous performance in order to maximize profitability.
• Providing accurate and timeous merchandise information to minimize risk and optimize business opportunity.
• Preparing and delivering merchandise assortment plans.
• Range building in line with the departmental business plan.

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