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TruworthsMerchandise Planner
Jun. 2023Cape Town, South AfricaForecast sales, using historical sales analysis, trends analysis, seasonal
performance, current trade, as well as trend forecasts.
Own the development and execution of sales, stock, and markdown plans
aligned to departmental financial targets such as fixed margins and correct
sell-through rates.
Manage OTB to ensure optimal inventory investment and alignment with
trading strategy.
Communicate planned quantities and financial targets to buying teams to
support assortment decisions.
Support product direction and a balanced range through data-led insights
and performance analysis.
Analyse weekly and monthly trading performance to identify risks,
opportunities (including repeat buys, product updates, non-performing
stock, cancellation plans), and performance drivers.
Monitor sell-through, stock turn, and inventory performance, adjusting
plans to optimise outcomes.
Build recommendations and scenarios to support decision-making by
translating data into clear, commercially focused insights.
Present trading updates and strategic recommendations to senior
stakeholders.
Implement markdown and Quick Response strategies to control stock risk
and optimise seasonal clearance.
Monitor and manage stock flow across the season, ensuring alignment
between demand and inventory levels, taking action to mitigate overstock
and understock risks.
Track and manage replenishment and core product performance.
Partner with distribution and warehouse teams to support stock flow and
product availability.
Mentor and support a graduate trainee, contributing to team capability
and development.
Conduct trainee workshops and edit training material.
Test systems and contribute to system development.
TruworthsDesignate Merchandise Planner
Mar. 2022 - Jun. 2023Cape Town, South Africa
TruworthsTrainee Merchandise Planner
Sep. 2020 - Mar. 2022Cape Town, South Africa
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