Trainee Franchise Planner

Primark Stores Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in the UK is seeking an individual for a role focused on merchandising analysis and support for franchise product strategies. Responsibilities include assisting in sales deliverables and conducting market analysis. The ideal candidate will have experience in analytical roles and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Benefit offerings include comprehensive healthcare, generous annual leave, and on-site fitness access, promoting both personal and professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous annual leave

On-site fitness centre access

Flexible commuting support

Subsidised cafeteria

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in merchandising or analytical roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Franchise Planners in delivering sales plans.
• Develop and analyze sales performance insights.
• Support franchise product strategy and planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Numerical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant qualification in fashion, analytics, or commerce

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

What’s a career at Primark all about? The positive impact you’re making, the experiences you’re having and the people you’re with. You’re our inspiration. Embrace what sets you apart, own your career and develop in ways you never expected. Leave your mark. And do it your way.

We want you to feel challenged and inspired. Here, you’ll develop your skills across a range of responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Sales & Order Management: Assist Franchise Planners in delivering sales plans, managing orders, and executing trade actions to meet business objectives.
• Commercial & Market Analysis: Develop strong knowledge of regional customers and leverage data tools to analyze sales performance, budgets, and market trends, providing actionable insights.
• Product Strategy & Planning: Support the development and execution of franchise product strategies, ensuring key initiatives are covered for each country and aligned with buy mixes and intake plans.
• Allocation & Availability: Apply store grading and planning knowledge to support effective allocation decisions and ensure timely product availability across all franchise locations.
• Forecasting & Inventory Management: Monitor WSSI processes, track deliveries, and manage stock transfers to maintain accurate forecasting and efficient inventory movement.
• Risk & Compliance Management: Identify trading risks, resolve data discrepancies, and maintain key documentation to ensure operational integrity and compliance.
• Customer & Product Insights: Build deep product knowledge and understand regional customer preferences to tailor ranges, identify opportunities, and drive innovation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Supply Chain and other stakeholders to ensure smooth operations, timely deliveries, and fulfillment of franchise requirements.

People are at the heart of what we do here, so it’s essential we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare and pension plans, plus the opportunity to earn a performance-based bonus.
• Generous annual leave with 27 days off, plus bank holidays — and the option to purchase 5 extra days.
• Flexible commuting support through Tax Saver Tickets, making your journey to work more affordable.
• On-site fitness centre access, helping you stay active and energised.
• Subsidised cafeteria, offering convenient and cost-effective meal options.
• Tailored benefits designed around you, reflecting Primark’s commitment to supporting your lifestyle and wellbeing.

We want every person in our organisation to feel like they’re making a key contribution. Here are some of the experiences and skills you’ll need for the role:

Requirements

• Relevant experience in merchandising or analytical roles, or a qualification in fashion, analytics, or commerce-related fields.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across teams.
• Ability to interpret data to identify opportunities and make informed decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated capability to manage complex tasks, competing priorities, and deliver results under pressure.
• High attention to detail combined with strong planning and organizational skills.

Our fashion isn’t one-size-fits-all and neither is our culture. Primark promotes equal employment opportunity, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can be themselves, access opportunities and thrive together.

If you require extra support at any stage of the selection process, please get in touch with our team at [e-mail].