Planning Graduate Programme (18-Month Fixed Term Contract)

PEPstores; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

PEPstores is launching an 18-month Planning Graduate Programme in the Northern Suburbs (Cape). The role develops skills in replenishment, forecasting and stock management while you work closely with planners and buyers to drive department sales plans.

You will gain exposure to forecasting systems, stock allocation, and DC service levels, preparing you to operate across planning and retail analysis functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Economics, Business Management.
• South African Citizen.
• 18–33 years old.
• 0–1 year working experience.
• Willingness to travel.
• Driver's licence (advantageous).
• Intermediate computer skills (Google Suite or Microsoft Office).
• Analytical, systematic, detail-oriented and time management skills; strong communication and presentation ability; team player.

Responsibilities

• Assist replenishment planning, forecasting methodologies and stock planning activities.
• Coordinate stock allocation to stores and DC to meet sales plans.
• Support in-season trading sessions to optimise stock and sales.
• Collaborate with planners, buyers and DC teams to align forecasts.
• Prepare and review sales forecasts for department budgets.
• Monitor store performance and distribution of stock effectiveness.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team player

Initiative

Stress resilience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Logistics/Supply Chain/Economics/Business Management

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Google Sheets

Excel

Job description

Planning Graduate Programme (18-Month Fixed Term Contract) (Northern Suburbs (Cape))

2026/08/17

Reference Number

PEP-3083

Description

Are you a business or science graduate thinking about potential career paths? Do you see yourself in the exciting world of retail planning in South Africa’s largest single-brand retailer?

If you have a flair for problem-solving, numbers, working with people and ambiguity, then this 18-month graduate programme has been crafted for you.

Join the ranks of previously successful graduates in unlocking your potential, learning new skills and broadening your business knowledge, experience and retail savvy.

Requirements

PROGRAMME OUTLINE A

• Replenishment products
• Forecasting methodologies and systems
• Retail Buying and Planning Cycle
• Determine Sales Forecast in consultation with Planning and Buying Teams
• Forecast Sales and understand the impact on Stock Management
• Prepare forecast and coordinate final sales plan to deliver department sales plans for budget sessions
• Monitor distribution of stock to stores
• Monitor and manage DC service levels
• Analysis of product and store performance
• Provide store support and conduct visits
• Review store performance and manage exceptions
• Conduct and lead In-Season trading sessions to optimise sales performance (stock and sales Meetings)
• Interact and integrate with Replenishment Analysts and Planners

PROGRAMME OUTLINE B

• Working closely with planners
• Allocate stock on fashion and replenishment lines
• Manage DC stock and odds
• Resolve store orders and enquiries
• Update activity records
• Allocate stock to new stores
• Action COSTIs and assist with IBTs

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS

• Have a Bachelor's Degree in the fields of Statistics, Mathematics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Economics, Business Management
• South African Citizen
• 18 - 33 Years Old
• 0 - 1 year working experience
• Willingness to travel
• Driver’s licence (advantageous)
• Intermediate level of computer skills (Google Suite or Microsoft Office, Google Sheets or Excel)
• Competencies required: Analytical, systematic, detail-oriented, assertive, driven, excellent communication and time management skills, good presentation skills, team player, can cope with periods of high stress and take initiative

CLOSING DATE

Friday 21 August 2026

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