Planning Graduate Trainee

About

Description

PEP is offering an exciting 18-month graduate programme for business or science graduates who are interested in retail planning. If you have strong problem-solving skills, enjoy working with numbers, and can thrive in ambiguous situations, this programme offers the perfect opportunity to develop new skills, broaden your business knowledge, and gain retail experience in South Africa’s largest single-brand retailer.

Responsibilities

• Replenish products and manage forecasting methodologies
• Collaborate with Planning and Buying teams to determine sales forecasts
• Understand and forecast sales impact on stock management
• Prepare and coordinate sales plans for budget sessions
• Monitor stock distribution to stores and manage Distribution Center (DC) service levels
• Analyze product and store performance
• Provide support to stores and conduct visits
• Review store performance and manage exceptions
• Lead In-Season trading sessions to optimize sales performance
• Work closely with Replenishment Analysts and Planners

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Economics, or Business Management
• 65% average
• South African Citizen
• 18 to 33 years old
• 0-1 year working experience
• Willingness to travel
• Driver’s license (advantageous)
• Intermediate skills in Google Suite or Microsoft Office

Application instructions:

• To apply, simply click the Apply button.