YES Intern: Location Planner

This role ensures the right products, in the right quantities, are delivered to the right stores to maximise sales and profitability.

• Analyse store performance to identify growth opportunities and optimise stock distribution
• Develop and execute store-specific allocation strategies based on trading patterns, store grading, and customer demand
• Manage initial allocations and ongoing replenishment to ensure optimal stock levels per location
• Review trading trends and sell-through by store to adjust allocations proactively
• Optimise product flow across stores to minimise markdown risk and stock imbalances
• Support assortment planning by store cluster, ensuring relevance to local customer profiles
• Collaborate with the Buying and Merchandise Planning teams to align on product strategy and stock availability
• Provide insights and recommendations based on store-level data and performance analysis
• Monitor and manage stock cover, availability, and size curve integrity at store level
• Ensure efficient stock movement and rebalancing between stores where required
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and supply chain partners

• Relevant diploma or degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Accounting, Economics or related field
• A keen interest in pursuing a career as a Retail Planner

Skills:

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Passion for learning and a proactive approach to acquiring new knowledge.
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy in risk assessments and documentation.
• Good interpersonal communication skills to interact with stakeholders at various levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 Applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word.
• Able to leverage new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving and support business growth.

Behaviours:

• Adhering to Principles & Values - Shows a commitment to ethical conduct, integrity and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Adhering to Standards - Ensures quality and compliance in the delivery of their work.
• Continual Improvement - Actively seeks opportunities to continually improve processes.
• Driving & Persevering
• Entrepreneurial thinking
• Planning & Organising - Uses a structured approach to effectively manage tasks.
• Presenting & Communication - Articulates ideas clearly to different audiences.

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.