Graduate Planner - Cape Town at DotActiv

As a Graduate Planner working at DotActiv, your dedicated learning focus will include:

• DotActiv Mastery Levels mastering our full software product suite;
• Advanced Merchandising and Display Techniques;
• Introduction to Retail;
• Introduction to Category Management;
• Account Development;
• Job shadowing and on-the-job learning;
• Leadership short courses; and
• Business Process training.

After your training, you should be able to do the following:

• Create strategic assortment plans;
• Design data-driven floor space plans;
• Plan and build data-driven shelf plans;
• Conduct floor and space plan analytical reviews;
• Build ranging reports and category analytical reviews;
• Maximise customer and category performance by considering category strategies and plans, product financial performance, shopper psychology and aesthetic appeal; and Support, advise and guide retail customers where required.
• You’ll have access to DotActiv’s all-in-one category management software to complete all of the above.

Skills And Requirements

• A Consumer Science, Commerce degree or similar degree at a recognised and accredited university;
• A good understanding of English (You must be able to speak, read and write at a business proficiency level);
• While not required, experience in a retail or service environment is advantageous.
• A valid driver’s licence and vehicle are required as you may need to travel to meet with clients.
• A working laptop using Microsoft Windows. DotActiv software operates on the Microsoft Windows platform.
• We do offer a laptop allowance included in your CTC.

Knowledge and Computer Skills

• Computer literate with special attention to:
• Intermediate MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); and
• Google G-Suite/Google Docs for business.
• Understand the computer packages and systems currently used by DotActiv and customers (we provide all the necessary training).

Soft Skills

• You must have excellent oral communication skills;
• You must have excellent interpersonal skills;
• You must have a high capacity to represent the DotActiv brand;
• You must have a high degree of internal client engagement;
• You must have the ability to multitask;
• You must be able to remain attentive in an often busy environment;
• You must be naturally calm and focused;
• You must be a team player;
• You must be versatile enough if participation in other types of activities is required.