Store Planner: Younger Girls Outerwear | Ackermans Careers – Cape Town
Company: Ackermans
Location: Ackermans Support Centre, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Title: Store Planner: Younger Girls Outerwear
Department: Planning
Employment Type: Full-Time
Date Posted: 19 May 2025
Application Closing Date: Not specified
About the Company
Ackermans is a leading value retailer in Southern Africa, known for offering affordable, high-quality clothing to families across the region. With over 100 years of history, Ackermans combines fashion with value, and is deeply committed to serving the needs of their diverse customer base. At the heart of Ackermans is an exciting, high-energy retail environment where innovation and performance are encouraged and rewarded. This is your chance to be part of a company that helps shape how families across the continent shop and dress.
Role Overview
Ackermans is currently looking for a Store Planner to join the Girls Strategic Business Unit (SBU), specifically focusing on Younger Girls Outerwear. If you’re a data-savvy problem solver who thrives in a dynamic retail environment and has a passion for numbers, analytics, and planning, this role is for you. The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving profitability and optimizing stock allocation across the store network, ensuring every location is perfectly aligned with customer demand and business strategy.
Key Responsibilities
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Accurately distribute seasonal stock across stores to drive optimal sales performance
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Ensure efficient replenishment of seasonal and non-seasonal stock
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Create and implement location plans to effectively cluster stores based on product categories
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Develop replenishment profiles at a product level to maximize stock turnover
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Contribute to seasonal planning, including inputs for visual merchandising
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Analyze store-level performance and provide actionable insights to guide business decisions
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Ensure new stores are stocked effectively from launch
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Support stores by addressing and resolving any stock-related queries
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Requirements
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Grade 12 / Matric certificate – Compulsory
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2–3 years’ experience in store planning in a clothing retail environment
Preferred Experience
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Background in store management or retail operations
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Exposure to logistics and supply chain processes
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Experience using planning systems like Location Planning, JDA Allocation Planning, and/or Just Enough
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Previous experience in Outerwear product categories
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (advanced level preferred)
Educational Advantage
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National Diploma or Degree in Business/Retail Management, Accounting, or Finance
What the Company Offers
Ackermans offers a fast-paced, vibrant environment where you can grow your career in retail planning. This role provides excellent exposure to senior planning strategy, business analysis, and end-to-end retail operations. You’ll be empowered to make data-driven decisions and will work alongside some of the industry’s top retail planners.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ackermans is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to transformation and a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All appointments will be made in line with the company’s employment equity plan.
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about numbers, planning, and fashion retail, apply now via the Ackermans careers page. Don’t miss your chance to play a key role in shaping the seasonal stock strategy for one of South Africa’s most trusted brands.
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