Mr Price Vacancies

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Commercial Director Mr Price Money

Job Description

You’ll craft and oversee the commercial strategy, ensuring seamless planning and execution of all commercial activities and new product development across the Credit, Insurance and Value Added services product pillars. 

Responsibilities

Strategy

• Develop and implement commercial strategies to achieve revenue growth targets, whilst managing overall profitability of this vertical.
• Monitor market trends and competitor insight to identify key risks/opportunities whilst building a response in collaboration with key stakeholders across the business.
• Monitor the achievement of Financial Services KPIs and Operating Metrics and report these to the executive and management team.
• Leverage data and market research to identify strategic commercial opportunities and new product development in line with the businesses five year strategy
• Management of the overall profitability of the financial services vertical.

Budget Management

• Develop and manage budgets, financial performance and operating metrics to ensure commercial activities align with the overall business strategy.
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Business Development

• Identify and assess new product opportunities in line with divisional strategy. 
• Collaboration with external partners and internal stakeholders to manage the overall commercial profitability of both existing and new products across both the credit, insurance and VAS verticals.
• Lead a Commercial team and collaborate with other functional areas to implement opportunities.

Market Research

• Conduct market and competitor research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Work closely with the BI team to implement and manage overall customer profitability 

Risk Management

• Develop and manage commercial agreements with customers and vendors, including pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations pertaining to commercial activities, including customer data privacy regulations.
• Work closely with the Risk team to manage commercial profitability versus risk within the Financial Services Business.

Team Management

• Lead and support your Commercial team to deliver on department KPIs.
• Drive succession, training, and development within the team to ensure resource capability and business continuity.
• Maintain a healthy and culturally aligned team.

Qualifications

• CA(SA)    
• 10 years of senior management experience in Banking and/or Financial Services (with at least 7+ years working in Credit and Insurance). 
• Insurance Accreditations such as RE1 and RE5 are preferable
• High-level expertise in, and detailed understanding of several different specialist areas within a function               
• Ability to influence stakeholders at various levels internal and external

Resourcing Specialist Miladys

Job Description

To ensure the provision of world- class sourcing of merchandise and suppliers to support the merchandise strategy and eliminate unnecessary cost thereby delivering best value to delight our customers. 

Responsibilities

– Monitor and analyse key metrics across the sourcing value chain in order to measure supplier performance and highlight potential risks to the business 

– Participate in developing  and implementing  a short and long term Resource strategy to support the business strategy and merchandise direction 

– Build strategic supplier relationships and identify new partnerships for long term sustainability. Research and provide new vendor solutions in line with business requirements in order to contribute to the Company’s profitability.  Research new supplier territories in order to ensure that we are sourcing competitively. Assist and guide new vendors in understanding of our requirements, policies and procedures   

– Procure merchandise at the optimal total cost of ownership (TCO) without compromising on quality and timelines,  through negotiation, volume bundling and fabric optimisation.  Re-engineer product for lower costs where necessary while still maintaining required standards.  Negotiate preferred payment terms with suppliers 

– Oversee the critical path management up to handover to forwarder date  in order to ensure on time delivery of merchandise and correct product execution. Work closely with the Resource coordinator on finding proactive solutions to mitigate any delivery delay impact on the business. Partner with respective merchants in reacting to the trading environment in order to maximise sales   

– Identify new product and fabric developments in the global market and how they could be adapted for the local market in order to remain relevant and to maximise additional profitability opportunities
 

Qualifications

– A completed degree or diploma preferably in Procurement, Sourcing or Clothing Management

– 1-3 years sourcing experience

– MS office (Excel)

– Negotiation Skills

– Knowledge and understanding of: Corporate Social Responsibility; Sustainable practices; fabric technology; raw materials and manufacturing

Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.

Inventory Lead Mr Price Group

Job Description

Mr Price Group Logistics is seeking an Inventory lead to oversee the day-to-day operations of our inventory management function. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing of inventory across multiple warehouses/divisions; management of cycle count function; management of DC self-audit process.

Responsibilities

·       Inventory Management Compiles, verifies and reports statistical information regarding inventory trends to support actionable recommendations.

·       Identify inventory records/transactions, ensure that inventory balanced, and is accurately maintained in all systems, making appropriate inventory adjustments.

·       Oversees inventory warehouse management system (WMS) to analyse deliveries, shipments and stock levels. Evaluates deliveries, shipments and product levels to improve inventory control procedures.

·       Analyses daily product and supply levels to anticipate inventory problems and shortages. Provide operational support to the warehouse teams (across all group warehouses/ DCs).

·       Inventory Cycle Count: Support the efforts of cycle counts by identifying and correcting stock discrepancies for any location or items.

·       Optimise overall location and item level accuracy. Drafting inventory reports that document inventory counts, discrepancies, and other statistical data. 

·       Reporting inventory statistics to management and suggesting improvements to inventory control.

·       Support audits of inventory policies and procedures and financial processes.

·       Conducting the self-audit process and sending results timeously to relevant stakeholders. Ensure compliance with all standard operating procedures.

·       Manage Workflows by effectively training, motivating and monitoring inventory staff activities.

·       To monitor performance (in relevant areas) according to agreed standards operating procedure and take necessary

Qualifications

• NQF level 7 (bachelor’s e.g. BA, Bcom, BSc or equivalent 3-year degree)

• 3-5 years’ experience in a distribution and warehouse environment

• Preferred Specific knowledge of inventory or warehouse operations/inventory warehouse analysis experience and understanding of value chain

• Working knowledge and understanding of logistics and systems environment – WMS systems, ERP systems, (and Tableau or similar technology-driven BI Tools if required).

Visual Coordinator sheet street

Job Description

You are innovative, focused, deadline driven and love a challenge. Your eye for detail, good interpersonal skills and strong team orientation will make you the perfect candidate for this exciting role!

 

Responsibilities

• Develop a close working relationship with the Marketing & Merchandise departments to ensure Visual Merchandise is aligned, developed and successfully implement according to the brand strategic intent. 
• Develop a close working relationship with the various levels of the Operations department.
• Develop and maintain regular VM communications which outline Sheet Street VM principles, standards and objectives which are aligned to the brand identity and strategy including core business processes. These include:
  • Merchandising standards 
  • Visual Merchandising guides
  • Promotional activities
  • Seasonal store flow guides
• Keep the Visual Merchandising requirements updated on the marketing calendar.
• Oversee the visual process of quotes, production lead times, logistics to store – OTIF.
• Manage and execute all in-store visual presentation by creating and maintaining compelling displays of merchandise that will engage customers and help stimulate sales.
• Manage the uploads, read, responses and reporting of Mr Price Empower application.
• Occasional travel requirements to our SA stores for visits and workshops.
• Manage and maintain signage distribution lists.
• Keep an updated record of store signage requirements across various currencies, store concepts and grades.
• Manage all new store/revamp stores signage requirements – generic, seasonal and launch pack signage.
• Produce the in-house artwork for ad-hoc signage.
• Manage signage inventory at stationery supplier .

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification – diploma/degree (Design, fashion, marketing)
• 3 Years’ experience in a visual merchandise role, preferably at head office level
• A thorough understanding of Adobe Creative Suite & MS Office
• Creative, design background advantageous, a passion for homeware, design, retail display and merchandising is a serious advantage
• High attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in order to liaise with multiple stakeholders
• Deadline driven
• Creative flare and a strong interest in design trends
• High initiative
• Driver’s license and own transport essential

Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.

Merchandise Planner – Talent Pool

Job Description

Why Join Us?

At Mr Price, we don’t just offer a job, we offer a pathway to success and personal growth.

• Incentives Galore: Short and long-term incentives to reward your hard work.
• Medical aid 
• Secure Future: We care about your retirement; that’s why we offer a retirement fund.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy half-day & and no meeting Fridays and make the most of your weekends.
• Exclusive Discounts: Avail a range of staff discounts across our Group.
• Wellness Matters: Access group wellness offerings to take care of your well-being.
• Sample Shop: Get a sneak peek at our amazing products at discounted prices.
• Head Office Perks: Enjoy the convenience of on-site amenities like a canteen, beautician, hairdresser, and even an on-site nurse.
• Inclusive Culture: We celebrate individuality and encourage you to be your authentic self.
• Unlimited Growth: Opportunities for advancement exist at every level within our organization.

Responsibilities

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our success story and here’s how:

• Ensure timely order placement with strategic suppliers to meet demand.
• Adapt to changing external factors and customer demands.
• Drive department growth and profitability through strategic analysis.
• Develop seasonal product and assortment strategies aligned with our vision.
• Monitor and react to current trade, making data-driven decisions for maximum sales potential.

Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• A degree or NQF Level 6/Diploma.
• 3+ years of retail planning experience.
• Skills in commercial acumen, economics, retail market knowledge, conflict management, analytics, and an understanding of our business processes and systems.

About Us

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Brand Visual Merchandiser Mr Price Sport

Job Description

What does a Brand Visual Merchandiser do? They grow market share and maximize sales through the development of seasonal VM initiatives which supports the VM strategy and take ownership of the brand to create a world-class shopping experience. They also formulate and draw store floor plans to create an appealing environment for the customers which optimizes space for sales.      

Responsibilities

  Merchandise Layouts & Presentations:

• Development and execution of merchandise layout and presentation within stores in support of both merchant and marketing strategies that are aligned to the Visual Merchandise strategy to drive sales growth.

Monthly Store Communication: 

• Develop and enforce monthly communication guides relevant to each brand and sub category to ensure 100% execution of Visual Merchandise strategy and monthly merchant plan to ensure consistency amongst stores.                    

 Effective Planning & Implementation 

• Ensuring successful implementation of seasonal strategies through effective & efficient planning of all brand communications, store visits, store openings, training, research and Visual Merchandise projects seasonally, monthly, weekly and daily.                

 Creation & Development of Floor Plans

• Create and draw floor plans and planograms from the start under the guidance and direction of your line manager for the stores.
• Assist with creating visual aids, on Illustrator, to support floor plans.
• Support the development of in-bay product presentation that simplifies the customer’s shopping experience while maintaining store operating requirements.

 Identify and Analyze Space

• Determine size and configuration of all necessary categories, product display and display fixtures to ensure the accuracy of planning. 
• Identify potential space or planogram issues and provide recommended solutions.

 Updating Floor Plans

• Collaborate with Store Design, Procurement and Projects Managers to ensure store plans are prepared and ready for new stores openings. 
• Ensure that all floor plans are completed, including marketing. 
• Update floor plans when needed or requested by Operations Managers.                          

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma: Graphic Design / Visual Merchandising or Fashion/Interior Design qualification.
• 3+ Years’ experience in Visual Merchandising (including development of floor plans)
  Must have experience with:
• Adobe Suite.
• Merchandise cycle
• Understanding of Business Processes, Business Acumen, general retail/operations

Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.

E-Retailer Talentpool

Job Description

This is a talentpool role, meaning that it is not an active job but rather a place that we can collect suitable talent for when the role is available. What does an E-Retailer do? Essentially, you will be responsible for ensuring that the products allocated to the online store have the correct information and are launched online in time to ensure products appear correctly.  Demonstrating creativity and a good business mind set you will be in the position to create a virtual shopping experience for shoppers, providing key information and creating a perfect visual experience. 

Responsibilities

– The E-Retailer must ensure that merchandise visual presentation quality, style and application are captured in such a way that it optimises the sale of the respective merchandise.

– The E-Retailer is responsible to create and load appropriate categorisation for each product category.

– Align launching on products with key campaign

– Management of the physical ecommerce store: in terms of fragmentation and clearance.

– Marketing integration by working closely with the Online Marketer which will assist to understand which products have led customers to our e-commerce store and their respective buying and browsing behavior.

– Sales accountability to the Brand Merchants to drive sales of their respective merchandise which will involve constant collaboration with the brand merchants.

Qualifications

– Relevant Digital Marketing, Fashion Degree or Diploma – Flair for fashion

– Excellent verbal and written communication

– Experience in copy writing would be preferred

A reminder that this is a talentpool ad – meaning that it is not an active job but rather a place that we can collect suitable talent for when the role is available.

Buyer – Talent Pool

Job Description

As a Buyer, your mission is to curate trend-setting assortments that delight our customers with sought-after items at unbeatable value, all fueled by market insights.

But what’s in it for you?

• Unlock short and long-term incentives that reward your dedication.
• Enjoy a loyalty bonus that recognizes your commitment.
• Access comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Embrace the perk of half-day Fridays for that perfect work-life balance.
• Benefit from a variety of staff discounts across our Group.
• Dive into our Group Wellness offerings to support your holistic well-being.
• Explore our Sample Shop for exclusive previews.
• Revel in Head Office Benefits, including a canteen, beautician, hairdresser, and even an on-site nurse.
• Experience a culture that celebrates individuality and fosters growth.
• Seize the opportunity for upward mobility at every level of our organization.

Responsibilities

Current Trade: Stay abreast of market trends and dynamics, leveraging real-time insights to make informed decisions that optimize our product offerings and drive sales.

Post Mortem & Seasonal Strategy: Conduct thorough post-mortem analyses to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement. Develop comprehensive seasonal strategies that align with market trends and customer preferences, ensuring our assortments remain relevant and competitive.

Assortment, Booking & Production: Curate compelling assortments that resonate with our target audience, balancing style, quality, and value. Collaborate closely with suppliers to secure bookings and oversee the production process to ensure timely delivery of merchandise.

Travel: Immerse yourself in the global marketplace through strategic travel initiatives, attending trade shows, supplier visits, and trend scouting trips. Cultivate strong relationships with vendors and industry partners to stay ahead of emerging trends and opportunities.

Team Commitment: Foster a culture of collaboration and excellence within your team, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to maximize individual and collective performance. Champion teamwork and cross-functional collaboration to achieve shared goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree: Fashion Design or Clothing Management.
• 3 – 4 Years of Buying Experience.

Photographer Talentpool

Job Description

We are always on the hunt for good talent! Joing this Talentpool for upcoming 2024 photographer vacancies. Please note that this is not an actual vacancy but rather a place to collect CVs when relevant vacancies arise. We are searching for energetic and people-orientated Photographers who will thrive in our fast paced, time-demanding, high-volume environment. This individual will need have excellent communication and people skills. 

Responsibilities

• Shoot high quality images of our product with excellent attention to detail.
• Selecting brand appropriate images to be uploaded on the website site 
• Administration of images into our in-house system.
• Preparation of images through adobe / capture one software.
• Evaluation of studio and product lighting, background, mood, brand, dimensions, and the set-up of sets.
• Working closely with stylists and Studio Lead to accomplish excellent and consistent photographic results.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate
• Relevant photography qualification
• At least one year of experience within commercial photography
• Attention to detail
• Product Styling experience
• Administrative experience
• Retouching experience.
• Studio and product lighting experience
• Experience shooting product images for the web or ecommerce is an advantage.
• A passion for fashion and knowledge of fashion trends 

A reminder that this is a talentpool – not an actual vacancy 

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We wish you all the best with your applications