Merchandise Planning & Inventory Lead

SUMMARY:
A leading fashion retailer is seeking an experienced Merchandise Planning & Inventory Lead to join their team in Cape Town.

POSITION INFO:
This is a key leadership role responsible for driving merchandise planning, inventory optimisation, and commercial performance across multiple channels. The successful candidate will provide strategic insights to shape buying decisions, inventory strategies, and assortment planning while partnering with Merchandising, Sales, Commercial, Retail, and Finance teams to maximise sales, profitability, and inventory productivity. Key Responsibilities: • Lead merchandise planning and inventory management strategies across South Africa. • Manage and develop a team supporting Planning, Allocation, and Inventory Management activities. • Drive key inventory performance indicators including stock turns, end-of-period inventory, and ageing inventory targets. • Ensure effective assortment planning and store-level ...