TechMarkit is a dynamic and fast-growing retail business focused on delivering exceptional value and customer experiences through innovative technology products and accessories. We are passionate about operational excellence, data-driven decision-making, and creating seamless connections between our online and retail channels.
We are looking for a highly organised, analytical, and detail-oriented Junior Planner to join our Merchandise team and play a key role in inventory management, replenishment planning, reporting, and merchandise administration.
As a Junior Planner, you will be responsible for ensuring optimal stock availability across our online and retail channels through effective replenishment planning, inventory administration, reporting, and cross-functional coordination between Head Office and Warehouse operations.
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Matric (Essential)
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Diploma or Degree in Planning, Forecasting, Business, Supply Chain, Commerce, or a related field (Advantageous)
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Minimum 2 years' experience in Planning, Forecasting, Inventory Management, or Merchandise Administration within a retail environment
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Experience working with ERP systems and inventory management platforms
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Exposure to Shopify, Syspro, Magento or similar website systems will be advantageous
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Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills
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Manage replenishment for online and retail stores
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Generate and maintain replenishment reports and planning files
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Place replenishment orders accurately and within required timelines
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Monitor stock levels and identify potential stock shortages or overstock situations
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Manage open purchase orders and ensure timely follow-up with stakeholders
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Maintain stock balance across key product lines
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Produce and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly sales, margin, stock holding, forecasting, and supplier reports
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Monitor key business metrics and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
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Ensure reporting templates remain accurate, professional, and user-friendly
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Highlight anomalies and performance concerns to relevant stakeholders
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Coordinate merchandise-related processes between the warehouse and Head Office
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Reconcile manifests and stock deliveries accurately
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Support stock processing and inventory control activities
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Conduct stock checks and resolve discrepancies promptly
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Maintain tracking tools and operational spreadsheets
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Create and maintain product listings across Shopify and Syspro
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Ensure accuracy of product information including descriptions, images, tags, pricing, specifications, and metadata
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Load promotional pricing, long descriptions, and pricing plans within required timeframes
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Manage product data updates and communicate changes to stakeholders
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Distribute weekly virtual product lists to stores
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Complete ad hoc tasks accurately and within agreed deadlines
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Provide timely communication on project progress and deliverables
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Support broader merchandise and planning initiatives as required
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Strong analytical and numerical ability
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Excellent attention to detail
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Advanced planning and organisational skills
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Strong Excel and reporting capabilities
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Effective communication and stakeholder management
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Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
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Problem-solving mindset
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High levels of integrity and accountability
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Team-oriented approach with a willingness to support others
This role is ideal for someone with a strong planning mindset, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for retail operations and data analysis.
