Planning Graduate Programme (18-Month Fixed Term Contract)

About this opportunity

Are you a business or science graduate thinking about potential career paths? Do you see yourself in the exciting world of retail planning in South Africa’s largest single-brand retailer? If you have a flair for problem-solving, numbers, working with people and ambiguity, then this 18-month graduate programme has been crafted for you. Join the ranks of previously successful graduates in unlocking your potential, learning new skills and broadening your business knowledge, experience and retail savvy. PROGRAMME OUTLINE A • Replenishment products • Forecasting methodologies and systems • Retail Buying and Planning Cycle • Determine Sales Forecast in consultation with Planning and Buying Teams • Forecast Sales and understand the impact on Stock Management • Prepare forecast and coordinate final sales plan to deliver department sales plans for budget sessions • Monitor distribution of stock to stores • Monitor and manage DC service levels • Analysis of product and store performance • Provide store support and conduct visits • Review store performance and manage exceptions • Conduct and lead In-Season trading sessions to optimise sales performance (stock and sales Meetings) • Interact and integrate with Replenishment Analysts and Planners PROGRAMME OUTLINE B ? Working closely with planners ? Allocate stock on fashion and replenishment lines ? Manage DC stock and odds ? Resolve store orders and enquiries ? Update activity records ? Allocate stock to new stores