Retail Category Planner

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Africa.

📋 Description

• Developing strategic plans for product assortments;

• Crafting data-informed floor space layouts;

• Planning and establishing data-driven shelf arrangements;

• Performing analytical evaluations of floor and space plans;

• Creating optimized cluster strategies for each product category utilizing the cluster optimizer and maintenance tools within the DotActiv software;

• Evaluating the cluster plans and profiling each cluster to provide strategic insights for clients;

• Enhancing customer and category performance by taking into account category strategies, product financial outcomes, shopper psychology, and visual appeal;

• Providing support, advice, and guidance to retail clients as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• A creative mindset with the ability to discern aesthetic and visual appeal.

• Over 2 years of relevant experience in the Retail Sector.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in computer applications - MS Office.

• Possession of a driver’s license and personal transport.

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities (in English).

• A collaborative team player.

• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.

• Self-driven and focused on achieving results.

• Demonstrated strong analytical capabilities with the ability to apply data analysis techniques to business contexts;

• High capacity to represent the DotActiv brand as an expert;

• Significant internal client engagement is essential;

• A degree in Consumer Science, Business/Marketing, or Supply Chain is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• You’ll receive a Cost to Company ranging from **R12 000-R20 000 **based on your experience;

• You will have the chance to enhance your skills in any area that adds value to your current role;

• We provide a clear job grading system;

• We offer a personalized developmental path tailored to your circumstances, allowing you to monitor your progress.