Experienced professional with a strong background in product planning and a proven track record of driving product lifecycle strategies. Skilled in managing cross-functional teams to align product development with market needs. Demonstrated ability to analyze market trends and implement effective planning techniques for successful product launches and market penetration.
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Tafadzwa Taffie Hove
Product Planner
Cape Town
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
5
Certifications
1
Language
Work History
Pepkor Speciality
Product Planner
12.2010 - Current
Job overview
Senior Menswear Product Planner & Trainee Kidswear Planning Manager
🗓️ November 2023 – Present
- Leading dual portfolios across Menswear and Kidswear divisions
- Helped grow store footprint from 61 stores to 187
- Managing product planning and inventory strategies to meet commercial targets
- Developing planning frameworks and mentoring cross-functional planning teams
- Partnering with buying, sourcing, and operations to drive profitability and product performance
Senior Menswear Product Planner
🗓️ February 2021 – October 2023
- Drove financial planning, forecasting, and inventory management for menswear ranges
- Identified sales and stock opportunities through in-depth analysis of trends and in-season performance
- Formulated promotional and markdown strategies to optimize sell-through and margin
- Developed best practices for reporting and analysis across the menswear category
Ladieswear Product Planner – Dunns
🗓️ September 2019 – January 2021
- Delivered strategic product planning for Dunns' ladieswear portfolio
- Collaborated with buyers to align fashion trends with business targets
- Reviewed historical sales and trend data to optimize assortment planning
- Worked closely with store operations to ensure timely and accurate inventory flow
Ladieswear Product Planner – Refinery
🗓️ May 2016 – August 2019
- Managed category planning for Refinery's ladieswear division
- Developed seasonal assortment and inventory plans by department and class
- Supported cross-functional teams in delivering on key KPIs, including sell-through and gross margin
- Led post-season reviews and lessons-learned sessions to inform future strategy
Product Planner – Jay Jays
🗓️ December 2010 – April 2016
- Created and executed pre-season and in-season merchandise plans for Jay Jays
- Forecasted sales, margins, and inventory by department
- Worked collaboratively with sourcing and buying teams to manage intake and supply chain flow
- Mentored junior team members and participated in planning system improvements
Education
University of Cape TownCape Town
Bachelor of Mathematical Statistics from Mathematics And Statistics
02.2003 - 12.2006
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Product Planner
Pepkor Speciality
12.2010 - Current
University of Cape Town
Bachelor of Mathematical Statistics from Mathematics And Statistics
02.2003 - 12.2006