Key Responsibilities:

This position is for an experienced merchandise planner that will be based in the Sustainable design department within the TFG Design Centre.  This role performs the central liaison between all stakeholders i.e. external designers, retail buying team, internal design teams and production units. Responsible to educate and mentor designers on how to produce garments for a big retail team from concept through to bulk order delivery. Convert into our technical specs, job allocations on our central computer systems such as PLM Centric and ISYNC to facilitate proper planning at factory level. Documenting cost of time and resources spent on project, capturing on the BBBEE scorecard programme and publish year to date spend against the approved yearly budget. Able to take initiative and drive the process and timeline adherence.

Qualifications and Experience:

Tertiary qualification in clothing production or design Minimum 2-5 year experience in a clothing manufacturing environment Knowledge of Centric system will be beneficial but not essential

Skills: 

Highly Analytical Assortment Planning  Commercial Acumen  Planning & Organising  Supplier Chain Management  Skilled in Merchandise Systems and Excel

Behaviours: 

Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, decision making, interpersonal relations, problem solving, teamwork & written communication    Comfortable and effective influencer.    You need to be flexible and agile as the environment is very dynamic and priorities can change.    Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results   Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes   Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives   Effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation  

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.