Boxer Superstores: Perishable Demand Planner Vacancy in KwaZulu-Natal.

Job Advert Summary

• We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Perishable Demand Planner to enhance our team and drive success in our supply chain operations. As a Perishable Demand Planner, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficiency and availability of stock, driving growth and profitability through strategic planning.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management or a related financial field (advantageous).
• Proficiency in Excel with strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and mathematical analytical skills.
• Knowledge of merchandise management systems/BI is an advantage.
• Previous experience in FMCG Retail is essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Managing stock levels in line with the category strategy and ensuring optimal availability.
• Developing and managing promotional stock plans to enhance profitability.
• Collaborating with buyers to align strategies with company goals.
• Running accurate forecasting models using historical sales data.
• Reviewing stock daily, including out-of-stock, low-stock, and no-movement items.
• Preventing waste and reducing supplier returns by controlling stock levels and shelf life.
• Managing overstocks, understocks, and ensuring demand is forecasted accurately.
• Monitoring supplier delivery frequencies and order quantities.
• Strategizing on unproductive stock, including aged and discontinued lines.
• Collaborating with Space Planning to optimize space allocation and line strategy.
• Ensuring timely orders for new stores and planning just-in-time deliveries.
• Analyzing item performance and developing strategies with buyers.
• Creating reports for daily visibility and informed decision-making.