Purpose of the job
The purpose of the demand planner is to manage and improve the forecast to achieve maximum sales and profit targets for all the channels in the Commercial department (i.e. Cellular, Financial Services).
Key Responsibilities
Determine sales forecast in consultation with Planning and Buying teams
Forecast of sales and understand the impact on stock management
Prepare forecast and coordinate final sales plan to deliver department sales plans for budget sessions
Monitor the distribution of stock to stores
Monitor and manage product availability
Analysis of product and store performance
Provide store support and conduct visits
Review store performance and manage exceptions
Conduct and lead trading sessions to optimise sales performance (stock and sales Meetings)
Interact and integrate with Planners.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Grade 12 with Mathematics
Business degree or diploma
Computer Literate (MS Office)
Competencies required: Analytical, systematic, assertive, good communication and presentation skills, accurate, team player, can cope with stress and take initiative,
Competencies: Performing under pressure, listening skills, service-oriented, initiative, innovating
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date of this position, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.
PEP strives for equal opportunity in terms of its employment equity guidelines.