Pick n Pay Internship Programme 2023-2024

Pick n Pay has an exciting opportunity for Graduate Trainee Buyers with strong academic profiles and matric mathematics, also at a higher level; the position will be based Pick n Pay Corporate offices in Kenilworth – Cape Town / Kensington – Johannesburg.

We are looking for graduates whom are recently qualified, passionate about retail, have a natural flair for numbers coupled with excellent communication skills (verbal and written), high in energy and drive and enjoys engaging with people.

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Degree – (i.e in Marketing, Finance, Management, Maths, Stats, Economics etc from a Mainstream University)
• Honours Degree advantageous
• Recent Graduate (no work experience required)
• Computer literate (Excel Po.werpoint & Word)
• Intermediate Ms Excel knowledge (Advantageous)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work closely with all buying support teams and participating in on-the-job training.
• Participating in meetings, workshops, and team-building events.
• Compile reports and present to other staff members.
• Analyze existing systems and present new ideas for improvement.
• Conduct research and assist the Manager or Supervisor wherever possible.
• Complete fieldwork and visit different work sites when required.
• Administratively supporting all aspects of the buying process.
• Compiling, balancing, and updating of spread sheets and reports.
• Building constructive and mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.
• Research new suppliers and recommendations to the buyer.
• General office administration and ad hoc duties as required by the department.
• Understand the space planning fundamentals of the relevant categories
• Work closely with vendors and keep track of market trends.
• Prepare competitive retail and pricing strategies.
• Plan, monitor and maintain suitable inventory levels.
• Prepare budgets and forecast purchasing trends.
• Compile reports on product performance and statistics.

Competencies

• Must be value driven and has a strong customer service orientation
• Team player
• Ability to deal with pressure
• Communication skills
• Good organising, co-ordinating and administration skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multitask and to be flexible
• Initiative
• Excellent research abilities and a willingness to grow.
• A positive attitude and a growth mindset.

How To Apply

Apply Online for the Pick n Pay: Graduate / Internship Programme 2024