Jobs at Weylandts Furniture Cape Town (Pty) Ltd

Role overview:

• This position is responsible for planning and forecasting the merchandise range within the designated business unit of Weylandts.

Key responsibilities:

• Range review: Preparing, analysing and making recommendations for HW Tier 3 Category, that are aligned with budget as well as our strategy to meet targets.
• Prepare a Bottom-up Plan that delivers the strategies identified in the range review strategic meetings.
• Convert the Bottom-up Plan into the Buy Plan detailing the timing of orders by supplier.
• Prepare and conduct reporting meetings once a month that deal with the OTB; Inventory Health and AOS. The meetings should propose and approve actionable items to ensure that PO Spend, Inventory Quality and use of Discount Channel are well managed and aligned to the Top-Level budget plan for the HW Division.
• Proposal of new orders required (in conjunction with Buyer).
• Manage stock levels through new orders and clearance sales / AOS
• Ongoing control of the spend to approved budget.
• Responsible for Store Allocations; to ensure that they are actioned as per the strategy.
• Perform ad-hoc investigations or report on trend and insights at request of the CEO.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in systems and processes to ensure that the planning function is efficient and delivers robust data driven insights that support the strategic goals of the business.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Proven working experience as a Merchandise Planner (5+ years), specifically dealing with replenishment.
• Proven track record in data analysis, forecasting, and inventory management.
• Good understanding of retail industry
• Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI).

Competencies and behaviours for success:

• Highly degree of numeracy, able to work with large volumes of data
• Strong analytical skills – ability to think strategically & commercially
• Attention to detail, accuracy, disciplined to check work
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Team working and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisation skills and the ability to multitask
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Weylandts?

• Competitive Compensation: Highly competitive salaries aligned with market standards, performance-based incentives, and generous staff discounts.
• Employee Benefits: Provident Fund which includes life assurance, income protection & funeral cover
• Work-Life Balance: We’re committed to employee wellbeing and work-life balance through reduced working hours and access to wellness support.
• Flexible Leave: Our updated leave policy offers up to 20 days for Retail and Head Office teams and up to 18 days for the Distribution Centre.
• Growth Culture: We champion internal growth by promoting from within, nurturing a learning culture, and investing in high-potential talent.
• People-First Culture: Driven by design, integrity, and shared passion

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Role overview:

• As a Sales Consultant, you’ll deliver exceptional service to all Weylandts customers. You’ll use your strong communication and networking skills to build meaningful customer relationships and drive sales.

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Experience:

• Deliver exceptional customer service
• Understand customers’ needs and provide tailored solutions
• Communicate care instructions and product details
• Maintain showroom standards and ensure that all items are priced and displayed correctly
• Stay compliant with all required training in line with company policy

Sales and Business Development:

• Consistently meet and exceed monthly and YTD –
• Cash Collected (Net of VAT), and
• Discount Target
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities through a variety of innovative methods.

Operational Excellence:

• Ensure that processes detailed below are executed efficiently and as per company policy.
• Sales Orders
• Account Management
• SR Management / Resolution
• Stock take
• Studio Referral
• Decorator / Partner Program

What you bring:

• Grade 12/ Matric
• Relevant diploma/ degree advantageous e.g. Interior Design
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a retail, interior, or client-facing sales environment, preferably within the premium or lifestyle sector
• Previous experience in retail or client-focused setting
• Proven record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and networking skills
• Comfortable working with different systems and technology, including Syspro
• Available to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays
• Passionate about décor and Weylandts furniture and homeware products
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle essential
• Competencies and behaviours for success:
• Customer-focused and self-motivated with high energy
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills
• Strong ability to drive customer satisfaction
• Committed to delivering and improving effective business processes