## Planner Clothing It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing! We're looking for a Planner in our Clothing division to join Pick n Pay, one of the largest retail chains in South Africa, serving millions of customers across the African continent. ### What You'll Need You'll need a BCom Degree or relevant qualification in Business, Finance, or a related field to be considered for this role. We're looking for someone with 3–5 years of proven experience in Clothing Retail Planning. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) is essential, and previous experience in a clothing retail environment is absolutely critical to success in this position. SAP knowledge will be an advantage. Beyond the technical requirements, you should be willing to work extended hours when needed and conduct regular store visits. Your numerical acumen should be strong, paired with a genuine passion for fashion and retail trends. You'll need to be in tune with market movements and have a deep understanding of our customer base. ### The Kind of Person We're Looking For You're detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently and respond quickly in a fast-paced environment. You communicate clearly and confidently across teams and at all levels, and you're a strong analytical thinker with solid administrative and organizational skills. We need someone who is proactive, assertive, and full of positive energy—someone who is growth-minded, self-motivated, and always looking for opportunities to learn and improve. ### Your Responsibilities You'll plan seasonal sales budgets by category in line with business objectives and collaborate with the Buyer to implement financial strategies and achieve set budgets. Your contribution will help establish a clear and effective pricing architecture for our clothing range. You'll develop and manage assortment plans to align with strategy while maintaining target margins. Continuously monitoring performance through weekly reports is part of your day-to-day work, adjusting for fast and slow sellers as needed. You'll also prepare and plan effectively for promotions and markdowns to optimize sales and stock levels across the organization. ### Why Join Pick n Pay? Our strength lies in our people. We strive to be the employer of choice, attracting and retaining the best talent in the industry. We create a work environment that fosters growth, celebrates achievements, and values individual contributions. Here, your work will be meaningful, recognized, and rewarded. Founded in 1967, our reputation is built upon our commitment to offering customers the best in quality and value, and that same care extends to how we treat our employees. We believe in personal growth and opportunities, empowering our employees with learning and advancement. We nurture leadership and vision, rewarding innovation and encouraging our employees to be leaders in their roles and think outside the box. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us. **Closing date: 14 February 2026**