Location
city of johannesburg metropolitan municipality
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
July 15, 2026
Job Description
The Senior Manager: Planning is expected to lead and manage the planning function and operational execution for the assigned category, ensuring alignment with category strategy, financial targets, and merchandising objectives. The role is also responsible for accurate forecasting, inventory optimisation, and data-driven decision-making that supports sales, margin, and profitability goals in alignment with the one merch strategy and the broader Merchandise objectives.
Functions / Responsibilities
Strategy and Planning
- Translate the planning strategy into category-level operational plans, ensuring alignment with the overall merchandising strategy and financial objectives.
- Develop short, medium, and long-term category planning roadmaps that address customer demand, market trends, and inventory requirements.
- Monitor execution of planning initiatives, adjusting tactics to meet changing business conditions and emerging opportunities...