Pick n Pay is inviting interested parties to apply for the Allocator Vacancy.
To support the execution of planned seasonal merchandise strategies, to ensure that the department/s has the right stock levels, in the right store, in the right quantity and at the right time taking into account the seasonal strategy, past sales history and current trade.
Requirements:
• Minimum of Matric Certificate
• 2 – 3 years’ experience as a Retail/Merchandise/Product/Store Allocator within a retail environment
• A high degree of numeracy and a detailed and strategic approach to work
• Computer proficiency in MS Windows, Excel, Outlook and Word
• Current knowledge of SAP is a necessity
• An advantage if knowledgeable on Buyers Admin modules on SAP
Responsibilities:
• Determine Store Stock Requirements And Update These Weekl
• Monitor And Control Stock Levels To Achieve Sales Targets
• Monitor Sales By Category Against Approved Budgets And React Accordingly
• Replenish Items Where Necessary
• Ensure Correct Departmental Layouts Are Planned In Stores
• Develop Knowledge Of Stores And Customer Base – Layouts & Profiles
• Visit Stores To Gain Information And Feedback
• Work closely with Buyers and Planners
• Implement the Allocation strategy according to store turnover and profile
Competencies:
• Good numeric skills
• Good administration skills
• Attention to detail
• Conscientious
• Handle routine work
• Thorough/accurate
• Ability to work under pressure
• Friendly with good communication skills
• Ability to reason
• Organised (i.r.o. filing and general approach to work)
• Additional Information
• Competency based interview will be used to assess the above requirements.