Planning Assistant (Retail), East London Job at Sheldon Recruitment

• Our client has a vacancy for a Planning Assistant (Retail) for a permanent role, based in East London, Eastern Cape.

Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:

• Grade 12 with 2+ years in a similar role in a retail environment
• Advanced MS Excel skills and valid drivers
• Excellent communication and numeracy skills
• Able to work individually and as part of a team

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Data exporting, collating and updating
• Data analysis
• Reporting on key areas
• Assist with planning processes
• Assist with allocating stock to stores
• Monitor workflow and assist where necessary
• Analyze sales performance and stock efficiencies at store / area / overall company levels
• Action viable stock movement opportunities that will maximize sales and stock turn
• Investigate reasons for poor sell offs (pricing, quality)
• Report findings with recommendations for improvement of buying and allocating functions
• Drive the increase of personal knowledge and experience in the department's functions