Truworths is a market-leading fashion apparel retailer in South Africa offering internationally inspired clothing and footwear for ladies, men, teenagers and kids across a diversified portfolio of its own exclusive brands.
We have an exciting opportunity available for a Trainee Planner role on our Merchant Training Programme. As a Fashion Planner, you are the power behind the money. You play a key role in the company’s purchasing environment. As a natural trader, you will utilise your analytical skills, coupled with your strong numeric ability, to analyse and forecast financial and product trends to support the ultimate goals of the organisation. You enjoy engaging with technology and various systems with the aim to innovate and improve processes. This role will be based at our head office in Cape Town.
Key Responsibilities
Business analysis
Sales forecasting
Stock management
Margin and markdown management
Developing and monitoring the financial plans that support product ranges
Strategic input on product
Optimising merchandise performance
Qualifications and Experience
B.Com, B.SC or other numerate tertiary qualilfication
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