Antonia Trading

26/12/2025

We're hiring

Senior Merchandise Planner – Planning, Allocation & Replenishment (OTB/WSSI)

Business: Multi-format retail group in Seychelles (Department Store, Bookshop and Matalan franchise)
Reporting to: Commercial Director
Location: Seychelles (on-site)
Role Summary
We’re hiring a hands-on Senior Merchandise Planner to bring discipline to buying, stock flow and store availability. You’ll own OTB/WSSI, lead weekly trading, and run allocation and replenishment across a DC → store day store (backroom) → shop floor model. You’ll work closely with VM and Store Managers to keep the right stock in the right place and reduce overstock and slow-moving stock.

Key Responsibilities
Build and manage OTB (Open-to-Buy) by business unit and category; control receipts against plan.
Maintain a practical WSSI (sales, stock, receipts, margin, markdown) and refresh forecasts weekly/monthly.
Run the weekly Trading / Allocation / Replenishment meeting and publish a clear action list with owners and deadlines.
Own allocation logic from DC to store day stores (initial allocations, depth by store, newness push, VM priorities).
Design and execute replenishment rules from day store to shop floor (minimum presentation stock, size integrity, exceptions).
Manage DC top-ups and inter-store transfers to fix gaps fast while keeping stock balanced.
Lead slow-moving stock actions: stop-buys, transfers, markdown plans (in partnership with VM and Store Managers).
Produce simple, reliable weekly reporting: availability gaps, overstock / slow movers, fast/slow sellers, inbound pipeline.
KPIs
Reduced overstock / slow movers and improved stock turn
Improved availability on core and key lines
Clear OTB control (cleaner intake phasing; fewer reactive overbuys)

Required Skills & Experience
Proven retail planning experience in Merchandise Planning / Inventory Planning / Allocation & Replenishment
Strong working knowledge of OTB and WSSI (you can build and run them)
Advanced Excel (pivots, lookups, basic modelling; Power Query a plus)
Confident working with store teams and VM — practical, firm, solutions-led
Experience with ERPs such as ERPLY, NetSuite, Dynamics, or LS Retail

Compensation

Competitive package. Net salary based on experience, plus accommodation, utilities, work permit and return flight at end of contract.

How to apply

Send: (1) CV, (2) a short note on relevant planning experience, and (3) one example of a report/model you’ve built(redact sensitive information).

Shortlisted candidates will complete a practical Excel test (OTB/WSSI plus allocation and replenishment decisions).

04/03/2025

Wonderful to see the improved Car park surface!

This much-needed upgrade has transformed accessibility for shoppers and tenants alike. It is encouraging that the new STC CEO prioritised this within his first 30 days, putting customers—both shoppers and tenants—first. While the maintenance work significantly impacted our operations and sales, we recognise its urgency and importance. The surface is now much improved, marking only the first phase. STC has outlined further enhancements, including traffic management and full tarmacking, in the near future.

As the investor and operator of the MATALAN brand in Seychelles, Antonia Trading PTY LTD welcomes the CEO’s vision for a true Retail Park—an integrated and accessible shopping destination where families can enjoy a high-quality shopping experience within a thriving commercial hub. Shoppers benefit from the convenience of our MATALAN department store, the neighbouring garden centre, of course the STC hypermarket, a diverse range of retail stores and pharmacies, hair dressers, laundry providers and even a large food hall—all within one destination.

For tenants, this vision means that individual marketing efforts contribute to shared success, driving increased footfall to the Retail Park and strengthening the business ecosystem.

We look forward to these upgrades benefiting both customers and businesses at the site and to being part of this exiting development.

27/03/2024

We have an opportunity for a Marketing Manager

26/03/2024

Opening hours for Matalan Seychelles

15/02/2024

🌟 Join Our Team! No Experience? No Problem! 🌟

We're on the hunt for the next stars of our department store - Trainee Visual Merchandisers and Trainee Demand Planners wanted! If you're ready to kick-start your career with a splash of creativity and a dash of analytical prowess, we've got the perfect opportunity for you.

No work experience? Don't sweat it! We're looking for individuals with determination, a keen eye for detail, and a heart full of passion for fashion and homewares. With us, you'll learn the ropes of the retail world, from dazzling store displays to mastering the art of demand forecasting, all in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Why wait? Dive into the world of visual merchandising and demand planning. Let your journey begin with us, where your determination will shape your success, and your creativity will light up our store.

25/12/2023

09/12/2023

07/12/2023

We are deeply saddened by the tragic events that have unfolded on Mahe. Our hearts go out to the families affected by landslides and flooding in the North due to extreme weather last night, and we extend our sincerest condolences to the family who have lost loved ones.
The industrial incident this morning has further impacted our community, causing widespread damage to homes and businesses.

We stand in solidarity during these challenging times and are committed to supporting the recovery efforts.

Our thoughts are with everyone affected as we work together towards rebuilding and healing.

15/11/2023

We're Expanding Our Team! Join Us as a Human Resources Officer or Manager

🌟 Are you passionate about nurturing talent and fostering a vibrant workplace culture?

🚀Antonia Trading 🚀 is on the lookout for dynamic individuals to fill our vacant roles of Human Resources Officer and Human Resources Manager. This is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking team committed to excellence.

As a Human Resources Officer, you'll be the go-to person for all HR-related queries, playing a key role in staff recruitment, development, and wellbeing.

Stepping into the role of Human Resources Manager, you'll lead our HR strategies, drive organizational development, and ensure we remain at the forefront of employee engagement and satisfaction

13/11/2023

As we enter the season of festivities, we want to take a moment to extend a special greeting to those of you celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights.