Job description
 JOB OBJECTIVES

• To order inventory based on SKU forecasts to maximize inventory availability.
• To create and distribute DC to store specific allocations to maximize inventory availability.
• To collaborate with the planner on inventory exceptions (short/late deliveries, reasons for out of stocks, etc.) and
• assist with resolving the issues to maximize inventory availability.
• To liaise with the relevant stakeholders (DC, Vendors, Stores and Category etc.) to resolve replenishment queries
• to maximize inventory availability.
• To provide on-going updates to the planner on promotional stock flow to ensure inventory availability for
• promotions.
• To support and assist the planner with adhoc inventory related requests.
• Generate and collate information and then apply sound business thinking to provide the category team with
• insights to assist the team to plan and manage the category effectively.
• To place new line, promotional and pipe fill orders and /or other ad hoc orders to ensure inventory availability for
• promotions.

Minimum requirements
EDUCATION:
Essential

• Diploma in Purchasing/Business Management

Desirable

• B.Com degree – Financial/Retail Management

JOB EXPERIENCE:

• 1-3 years Planning experience in retail or other related working environments
• Desirable
• FMCG experience

JOB RELATED KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge and understanding of planning & buying process including stock flow and stock availability
• Knowledge of planning systems and variables
• Knowledge of supply chain processes Clicks Group
• Knowledge of financial planning
• Knowledge of assortment management and range reviews

JOB RELATED SKILLS

• Analytical and numerate
• Well-structured and organised
• Good communication skills

JOB RELATED COMPETENCIES

• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Working with People
• Planning and Organising
• Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
• Following Instructions and Procedures
• Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Apply by:

• 5 June 2025