About the position
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key responsibilities:
- Managing store budgets and identifying opportunities for stock turn improvements
- New & Revamp store viabilities and strategy as well as profiling planned
- Monitoring new and revamp stores with monthly feedback to merchants with opportunities
- Markdown reconciliation with finance and all supplier claim recon with finance
- All store incentives and weekly updates
- Month end financial pack inclusive of all reports
- To achieve the above through building constructive and mutually beneficial relationships with key functions within the business.
Qualifications and Experience:
- A relevant tertiary qualification
- 5+ years' proven merchandise distribution and planning experience
- A high degree of numeracy and an analytical. detailed and strategic approach to work
- Strong business acumen, merchant thinking, as well as store and customer understanding
- Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
- Excellent negotiating skills
- A high degree of decision-making ability
- Service orientated and self-motivated
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Assertive communication skills and the ability to communicate and develop relationships at all levels
- Computer literacy
- Product knowledge will be advantageous
- Knowledge of Logility System advantageous
Skills:
- Customer Centric Thinking
- Planning & Organising
- Supplier Management
- High Numeracy and Analytical Skills
- Trader Mentality
- Advance Excel Skills
- Strong Communication
Behaviours:
- Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
- Demonstrates Self-awareness - accurately perceives and reflects on personal strengths and areas of development
- Drives Results - sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
- Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
- Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
- Nimble learning - quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment
- Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
- Situational Adaptability - effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation
Preference will be given but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
ABOUT US
Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.
We're the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.
Are you with us?
ABOUT THE TEAM
Sneaker Factory is your go-to for international brands and locally made products at unbeatable prices. With amazing deals for men, women, and kids, there's something for everyone! If you love fashion and sneakers, Sneaker Factory is the place to be. Help us bring the latest styles and best deals to our customers. Join us and make a splash in the world of fashion!
