Planning Intern - Chicago

Haggar; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Randa Apparel & Accessories (RAA) invites applicants to a 10-week Planning Intern program in Chicago. You will assist with Demand Forecasting, Replenishment Planning and Business Analytics, supporting the team across retail and wholesale channels.

Internship exposes you to fundamentals of retail planning, group projects, and mentorship. Applicants should be pursuing a related major and be prepared for an in-office schedule, with a strong emphasis on collaboration.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0 or higher required.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills expected.
• Strong time management and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Learn forecasting and inventory planning fundamentals for product categories.
• Analyze statistical forecast models in the planning system.
• Build and review inventory reports and strategize with sales on aging SKUs.
• Collaborate in internal meetings and projects.
• Work in-office Monday-Friday; Friday half-day.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory planning

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Education

GPA 3.0+

Major: SCM / Business / Marketing / Math

Job description

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Planning Intern - Chicago

Assistant Rosemont, IL, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Pay: $20.00 Per Hour

Dates: June 7, 2027 - August 13, 2027

Schedule: In-Office, Monday - Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM / 30-minute lunch every day

Location: Chicago, IL

At RAA, we trust and believe in our associates to fashion their future.

A global powerhouse with over 100 years of expertise, Randa Apparel & Accessories (RAA) is one of the world’s leading apparel and lifestyle accessories companies, operating a portfolio of 30+ brands across all channels of distribution. RAA produces exceptional products and services, delights our customers, and makes our partners successful. We empower our associates, create growth opportunities at every level, and strive to make RAA the best place to build a career.

Want to work at a diverse, equitable, & inclusive workspace where associates are encouraged to bring their true, authentic selves?

In this 10-Week specialized program, you will be exposed to Demand Forecasting, Replenishment Planning and Business Analytics. You will assist the Demand and Inventory Planning team and be exposed to the fundamentals of retail and wholesale businesses.

Sales Planning Intern Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn the fundamentals of forecasting and inventory planning for our product categories
• Analyze statistical forecast models in the supply chain planning system to ensure the system is developing the best forward forecast
• Build and Review inventory reports to identify low-volume SKUs that need to be exited at our retail partners
• Build and review aged inventory reports and work with the sales team on a selling strategy
• Participate and collaborate in internal meetings and projects
• Work in-office Monday-Friday, Friday being a half-day

Project

Interns will be assigned a group project and a mentor to help provide coaching & support throughout the project. The project will be presented in the final week to various leaders within the organization. The goal is to research and present a solution or recommendation based on white space within the company. This will give interns an opportunity to work with cross-functional departments and individuals across our multiple locations to put together a solution to create a positive change.

Requirements

• Supply Chain Management, Business, Marketing, Math Majors
• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently