Mr Price Group is offering an exciting internship opportunity for motivated graduates to join their team as Trainee Planners.
Mr Price Internship Programme – Trainee Merchandise Planner
Do you have a passion for retail and a dream of building a career in merchandise planning? Mr Price Group is offering an exciting internship opportunity for motivated graduates to join their team as Trainee Planners. This structured training programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed as a Merchandise Planner in one of South Africa’s leading retail groups.
At Mr Price, the philosophy is simple: Hire for Attitude, Train for Skill. If you have the drive, commitment and eagerness to learn, this opportunity could be your first step towards a rewarding career in the retail industry.
Responsibilities
As a Trainee Planner, you will follow a structured learning journey that combines theory and practical experience. Under guidance and mentorship, you will gain the ability to plan the right merchandise for the right stores at the right time, while developing a strong understanding of financial measures including sales, stock, and profit.
Key Learning Areas
- Understand and apply knowledge of factors influencing trade performance, and manage opportunities and risks accordingly.
- Optimise stock levels in line with the critical path and achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Contribute to building product assortments based on trade performance, seasonal strategy, and post-mortem reviews.
- Learn how to forecast financial plans, track sales, orders, stock, and markdowns, and highlight variances.
- Extract and analyse financial KPIs and product performance by season, category, and sub-category.
- Assist in re-forecasting and compiling trade performance reports with actionable recommendations.
- Conduct regular competitive store visits and provide insights and action plans based on findings.
- Collaborate with the buying and location planning teams to build assortment plans and maintain systems.
- Assist with order placement, product allocation, and ensuring deadlines are met accurately and timeously.
Qualifications Required
Applicants must hold a Degree or Diploma in one of the following fields:
- Business Science
- Accounting
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Economics
- Finance
- Strategic Management
- Supply Chain
Additional skills and attributes:
- Strong mathematical and analytical abilities
- Negotiation and presentation skills
- Experience in the manufacturing industry (advantageous)
Why Join Mr Price?
This internship offers an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on retail experience while being part of a dynamic and supportive team. Mr Price Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity, ensuring fair and inclusive growth for all employees.
Kickstart your career in retail planning today! Apply now to join Mr Price as a Trainee Planner and gain the skills to shape the future of merchandise planning in South Africa’s fast-paced retail industry.
HOW TO APPLY
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