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Responsibilities
- Conduct post season analysis as input into operating plan
- Develop product mix plan at department level taking into account, customer needs, trend direction, competitive analysis, growth/exit of product categories, determining product objectives
- Identify range structure, pier tiering and key price points
- Conduct weekly and monthly performance analysis and develop detailed action plan to ensure departmental KPIs are met and exceeded
- Identify opportunities within the season to maximise profit and grow market share
- Manage Open to Buy (OTB) effectively to maximise sales and minimise markdown
- Ensure all confirmed styles are loaded into SAP timeously
- Manage critical path to deliver on time launches
- Achieve/exceed margin through effective supplier negotiations and conduct open book costing and comparative costing (determine styles appropriate for cross costing, submit product specifications to selected suppliers, receive and evaluate quotes)
- Review range to ensure that departmental strategy and KPI's have been achieved
- Execute packaging and in store signage needs in line with marketing/brand and promotional strategy
- Conduct regular store and competitor visits to understand product performance, assortment balance and customer experience of the range and adjust where appropriate
- Ensure departmental expenses are managed within the approved budgets
- Reduce waste and increase sustainability strategies in product ranges
- Develop a product proposition that is affordable but has a high emphasis on high quality fabrics and fits
- Increase value of the department by working as a team and delivering the strategic intent of the brand proposition into tangible product strategies
- If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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Additional Information
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Pick n Pay Clothing is looking for a passionate, energetic individual to join our dynamic team! If you're detail-oriented, highly organized, and ready to deliver amazing results in girls' wear, we want you! This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a fast-paced, creative environment. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's Degree |Relevant Diploma i.e. Design, Clothing Management Retail Management. Min of 3 Years Retail Buying experience (Clothing) Must be computer literate - Microsoft suite SAP knowledge Competencies A deep understanding of retail and brand ethos Demonstrated taste level, flair and ability to interpret trends Able to construct a balanced and profitable range Strategic and proactive approach to problem solving Business acumen Strong and effective negotiation skills Decision-making skills Numerical, analytical and interpretive ability Assertive and able to communicate effectively High attention to detail Innovation Creative Flair Align with Pick N Pay values Merchant mindset Commercial and financial acumen Networking and relationship-building skills Self-motivated and own development-driven mindset
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