The posting
Job Description
The Allocator is responsible for supporting the implementation of the Merchandise Strategy by conducting store and merchandise-related analysis. They liaise with suppliers, stores, and the Distribution Centre regarding stock levels, deliveries, and general queries, ensuring effective stock management and timely delivery of stock.
Responsibilities
- Weekly Stock and Sales analysis to drive stock requirements
- Support the implementation of the Merchandise Strategy
- Conduct store and merchandise-related analysis
- Liaise with suppliers, stores, and the Distribution Centre regarding stock levels, deliveries, and general queries
- Raise weekly orders for stores and follow up on deliveries
- Allocate stock to the right store, at the right time, in the correct quantities
- Monitor the delivery of stock and take appropriate action
- Ensure effective stock management
- Provide analysis and insights
- Address stock-related queries
Qualifications
- Grade 12 is essential
- Degree or postgraduate qualification in Finance, Commerce, Retail Planning, Supply Chain, Statistics, or a related field being advantageous
Experience:
- 0-1 years of Planning experience, or up to 2-3 years of relevant experience in a retail, planning, allocation, merchandising, stock management, finance, or analytical support environment.
- Strong numerical and analytical ability
- High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when working with large datasets, reports, and stock allocations
- Strategic mindset with the ability to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within trading performance
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other computer software packages, including reporting and data analysis tools
- Strong administrative and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain data integrity
Skills:
- Analytical Processes
- Commercial Acumen
- Planning & Organising
- Market Research and Analysis
- Supplier Management
- Strategic eCommerce
- Numerical Skills
Behaviours:
- Adhering to Standards - Ensures quality and compliance in the delivery of their work
- Commercial Thinking - Leverage’s market and business insights in the delivery of their work
- Continual Improvement - Actively seeks opportunities to continually improve processes
- Leading Others - Inspires and guides others to achieve collective goals
- Planning & Organising - Uses a structured approach to effectively manage tasks
- Presenting & Communication - Articulates ideas clearly to different audiences
Please ensure that your line manager is aware of your job application and supports it.
Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act
About Us
Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.
We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.
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hi is uniquely positioned within retail spaces to offer inspiration of style and self-expression through tech. Hi offers a range of connected lifestyle products and are renowned for their must-have mobile technology hardware and related accessories. This includes smartphones, laptops, tablets, TVs, gaming, audio, fitness, and smart home accessories, as well as prepaid data and airtime.



