Merchmind.Tech | Retail Systems Architect
Available for Q1 2026 Projects

Stop Planning in
Excel 2005.

I don’t just plan stock. I architect the Power BI systems and Custom Algorithms that help retailers optimize inventory, automate OTB, and stop bleeding cash.

20+
Years Experience
242
Stores Managed
100%
Custom Logic
R500m+
Stock Optimized

Most Planners operate on “Gut Feel.” I operate on Logic.

With 20 years in the trenches—from marking clothes on the warehouse floor to building BI infrastructures for national chains—I’ve seen the same problem everywhere:

“We have mountains of data, but we can’t use it to make decisions.”

Traditional ERPs are slow. Spreadsheets break. My specialty is bridging the gap. I build the “Write-Back” layer that standard Power BI dashboards miss, allowing you to plan dynamically, not statically.

My Tech Stack

Power BI Qlik Sense SQL & Python AI Logic

The Journey

  • National Apparel Chain (Current)

    Systems Architect

    Built Power BI infrastructure from scratch. Created custom Stock Movement tools for large-scale retail ops.

  • Multi-Chain Fashion Groups

    Head of Merchandising

    Qlik Sense Developer. Digital Transformation Lead for 100+ store operations.

  • Leading Footwear Conglomerates

    System Admin

    Admin for Pyramid/QlikView. Developed “Warehouse Manager” tools for mass distribution.

Live Code Demo

Open-To-Buy (OTB) Logic Engine

This isn’t a screenshot. This is live JavaScript logic I wrote. I build this exact calculation engine into your Power BI backend, allowing for real-time scenario planning.

merchmind_otb_engine.js
Month Opening Stock Sales Plan (Editable) Receipts (Editable) Ending Stock Cover (Wks)

Changes update Ending Stock & Cover instantly.

Core Competencies

Available for Fractional Roles, Project Consulting, or Full System Builds.

Power BI Architecture

I don’t just build dashboards; I build data environments. Automated ETL pipelines, real-time sales tracking, and complex DAX margin analysis that replaces manual Excel work.

Custom Algorithms

Off-the-shelf software failing you? I code custom Stock Movement Tools and Inter-Branch Transfer logic that speaks directly to your SQL database.

Fractional Planning

Hire me as your “Head of Planning” on a retainer. I audit your stock, set your WSSI strategy, and train your team to think numerically.

Ready to fix your inventory?

I am currently accepting new projects for Q1 2026.
Let’s discuss how we can modernize your planning process.

Contact Me