Welcome to Footgear, where you can find the biggest brands at the best prices!
We officially kicked off 21 years ago with the goal of getting the best shoe brands onto South African feet without breaking their pockets.
We’ve grown from a small single store in Cape Town to 210 stores nationwide, serving the whole family with the best shoe brands from...
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Allocation of Stock daily based on business strategies, sales trends, and inventory levels, ensuring optimal assortments by location
Analyzing store performance to optimize business decision making by analyzing sales performance and sell-through data to identify opportunities and risks, adjusting allocations to respond to customer demand
Prepare and present weekly reporting on allocation performance, in-stocks, inventory health, and sales trends
Reporting, data analysis and ability to suggest solutions
Assist Planner in forecasting weekly replenishments for both stores and warehouse
Create and recommended new-store allocation plans
Assist in setting up and analyzing store grids
Cross Functional Collaboration with Buying, Merchandise and Store Operations teams to align on inventory strategies and seasonal objectives
Continuously seek ways to improve allocation processes and drive efficiencies
Become a super user of the Merchandising allocating and replenishing system
Mentor junior allocation analysts as needed
Requirements
Diploma/bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, merchandising, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3–5+ years of experience in retail store planning, allocation, or merchandise planning.
Strong commercial mindset with proven ability to influence decision-making.
Highly proficient in Excel and comfortable working with planning systems or analytical tools.
Experience with planning systems.
Excellent problem‑solving, with a passion for translating data into clear actions.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic retail environment.
Detail‑oriented, organized, and confident presenting insights and recommendations.