Retail Category Planner
DotActivWestern Cape, South Africa
Posted November 21, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
DotActiv is a company that provides category management software and advisory services to the South African retail market.
Job Description
At DotActiv, we're looking for a Retail Category Planner to join our team. As a Category Planner, you will be responsible for creating strategic assortment plans, designing data-driven floor space plans, and analyzing the cluster plan to deliver strategic insights to clients. The role requires 2+ years of similar experience in the Retail Sector, strong interpersonal skills, and a degree in Consumer Science, Business/Marketing, or Supply Chain.
Requirements
- 2+ years of similar and relevant experience in the Retail Sector
- Creative flair and ability to identify aesthetic/visual appeal
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Computer Literacy - MS Office
- Driver’s license and own transport
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (English)
- Team player
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
- Self-motivated and results oriented
- Must have strong analytical skills and be able to use data analysis techniques and how to apply these to business situations
- Consumer Science, Business/Marketing or Supply Chain related degree is a must
Benefits
- Cost to Company of between R12K - R20K CTC depending on experience
- Opportunity to upskill yourself in any field that adds value to your current position
- Transparent job grading system
- Developmental path specific to your circumstances, allowing you to track your progress
