Merchandise Controller
Overview
The Merchandise Controller is responsible for optimizing stock allocation across stores by ensuring the right stock is in the right quantities at the right time, taking into account current store performance. This role involves collaboration with planning and replenishment teams to enhance service levels while managing stock levels efficiently.
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Mathematics and Business Economics will be an advantage)
- Computer literate (Google Suite, Excel)
- Commercial or retail experience, particularly allocation experience, will be an advantage
- Fashion and Replenishment allocation systems and processes will be an advantage
- Competencies: Problem assessment; detail orientation; service orientation; planning, organising, and control; stress tolerance; strong communication skills; and building and maintaining relationships
Responsibilities
- Working closely with planners and replenishment analysts
- Allocate stock
- Manage DC stock and odds
- Resolve store orders and enquiries
- Update activity records
- Allocate stock to new stores
- Resolve customer stock queries
- Ad hoc support tasks (e.g., collating information; QC follow-ups; etc.)
- Action COSTIs and assist with IBTs
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