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Truworths

Permanent Western Cape, South Africa, ZA
Posted 56 minutes ago 75 views 0 applications

Job Description

Business Area: Merchandising Workplace Type: On-site Location - Town / City: Cape Town
Truworths is looking for driven, curious, and solutions-oriented individuals to join our Buying and Planning teams at our Cape Town Head Office. This is your chance to work with the latest industry merchandise systems, explore cutting-edge retail planning techniques, and unlock your full potential as a key contributor to our merchandise team. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where complex problem-solving meets creativity, and where your ideas can directly shape the future of fashion retail.
<4>Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with our fashion Merchandise Buyers and suppliers to shape our product assortments and dynamically trade product areas Build and implement merchandise plans based on sales patterns and buying trends Drive sales and increase profitability through smart inventory management, sales forecasting, and data analysis Effectively utilize international systems in conjunction with bespoke in-house systems utilizing best in class retail planning techniques Prepare and present sales performance and product and inventory assortment reports Partner with suppliers to manage critical production lead times and ensure timely delivery of orders Conduct regular market research to stay updated on economic and industry trends Ensure that the right mix of merchandise reaches the right stores at the right price, right on time
<4>Qualifications and Experience
3+ years of planning experience (fashion retail preferred) A degree or qualification with a strong numerical focus Confidence with Excel and data analysis tools Bonus: experience with Oracle MFP or Centric PLM
<4>Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong numerical abilities and lateral thinking skills Detail-driven and accuracy-focused Tech – savvy and systems-oriented Commercial instinct with a trader’s mindset Excellent organizational and time-management skills A team player with an ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Open to feedback, learning, and contributing fresh ideas Able to work effectively in a high pressure and fast paced environment Able to operate with agility, flexibility, and adaptability in a dynamic environment
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