Retail Category Planner - Johannesburg, Gauteng

DotActiv · Johannesburg, Gauteng

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This dynamic role will be perfect for an individual who is looking to pursue a career within the retail industry or someone who values strategic planning and problem solving, customer satisfaction, and working in an innovative environment.
With a starting Cost to Company of between R12 000 and R20 000 per month, we're looking for people who value strategic planning, problem-solving, customer satisfaction and working in an innovative environment.

What would the job entail? As a Category Planner at DotActiv you would be responsible for : By utilising DotActiv's Category Planning Software

Creating strategic assortment plans;
Designing data-driven floor space plans;
Planning and building data-driven shelf plans;
Conducting floor and space plan analytical reviews;
Developing optimised cluster plans per product category using the cluster
optimizer and maintenance tools in the DotActiv software;
Analysing the cluster plan and profiling each cluster to deliver strategic insights to clients;
Maximising customer and category performance by considering category strategies and plans, product financial performance, shopper psychology and aesthetic appeal; and
Supporting, advising and guiding retail customers where required

Requirements

Creative flair and ability to identify aesthetic/visual appeal
2+ years of similar and relevant experience in the Retail Sector
Strong Interpersonal Skills
Computer Literacy - MS Office
Driver's license and own transport
Strong verbal and written communication skills English
Team player
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Self-motivated and results oriented
Must have strong analytical skills and be able to use data analysis techniques and how to apply these to business situations;
You must have a high capacity to represent the DotActiv brand as a specialist;
You must have a high degree of internal client engagement;
Consumer Science, Business/Marketing or Supply Chain related degree is a must

Benefits Here's what you can expect from DotActiv when joining the team as a Category Planner.

You'll receive a Cost to Company of between R12k and R20k depending on your experience;
You'll have the opportunity to upskill yourself in any field that adds value to your current position;
We offer you a transparent job grading system; and
We offer you a developmental path specific to your circumstances, allowing you to track your progress