JOB PURPOSE:
To be responsible for the analysis of replenishment performance, user support and the operational governance of the RPL policies and processes to the achievement of the Company’s merchandise objectives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Analysis (30%)Conducting intensive analysis and interrogation of replenishment performance across the company
2. Reporting (25%)Proactively reporting on exceptions, risks & opportunities identified in the analysis of product performance and providing the business with recommendations
3. Governance of Replenishment policies and procedures (25%)4. Training & Development (20%)Process training and refresher training to all users.
Networking and building relationships with all stakeholders to meet Company objectives:
Planners and Store Planners
Heads of Planning
Systems Analyst
A Grade 12 Certificate/Matric
B. Comm./ B. Science degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Stats and/or Business Science
National Diploma majoring in Internal Auditing and/or Cost and Management Accounting
National Diploma in Financial Information Systems
National Diploma/ degree in Business/Retail/Merchandise Management or Accounting/Finance
Essential:
A minimum of 3 years Product Planning experience within a clothing retail / FMCG environment
Working experience in replenishment planning systems
Working experience in the latest Microsoft packages (Word, PowerPoint & Advanced Excel)
2-3 years’ experience in analyzing information
Preferred:
Additional Store Planning experience (more than 1 year).
Replenishment experience (2-3 years)
Previous exposure to and understanding of logistics and supply chain processes
Expert product knowledge on the Just Enough tool or a similar replenishment system
Knowledge of the Retail merchandise cycle in terms of Buying, Planning, Logistics and Stores
Knowledge of the retail and merchandise planning processes
Knowledge and understanding of seasonal and non-seasonal replenishments
Highly motivated, self-driven, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks and deliverables
Proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and addressing potential issues before they impact business outcomes
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, supported by logical and critical thinking skills
Process-orientated, with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement
Able to collaborate effectively in both one-on-one engagements and team environments
Be customer-centric
Strong planning, organising and time management skills
Merchant /Commercial thinking skills
Excellent numerical skills
Conflict resolution skills
Resilient, have tenacity and maintain high levels of drive and initiative under pressure
Assertive
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
The ability to:
o be deadline and results-driven
o positively influence user behaviour
o interpret and understand customer needs and translate these into technical specifications and operational requirements
o act as a bridge between the Business Units and Replenishment Analyst (in systems team).
Skills Required
- Grade 12 Certificate or Matric
- Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics, and/or Business Science
- National Diploma majoring in Internal Auditing and/or Cost and Management Accounting
- National Diploma in Financial Information Systems
- National Diploma or degree in Business, Retail, Merchandise Management, Accounting, or Finance
- At least 3 years of product planning experience within a clothing retail or FMCG environment
- Experience working with replenishment planning systems
- Experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Advanced Excel
- 2–3 years of experience analyzing information
- More than 1 year of additional Store Planning experience
- 2–3 years of replenishment experience
- Exposure to and understanding of logistics and supply chain processes
- Expert knowledge of the Just Enough tool or a similar replenishment system
- Knowledge of retail merchandise planning processes and the merchandise cycle across buying, planning, logistics, and stores
- Knowledge of seasonal and non-seasonal replenishment
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
What We Do
Ackermans is a South African value-fashion retailer, founded in 1916 and now operating more than 850 stores across five countries. It sells affordable clothing and related products for women, men, children and babies, alongside homeware, cellular offerings and selected financial products. Guided by its “Bringing Value to Life” purpose, the company focuses on accessibility, affordability, customer value and family-oriented retail.
