The Ackermans story goes back as far as 1916, when Gus Ackerman opened the first store in Wynberg in Cape Town. His vision for the store was to create a place where customers could find great products at fantastic prices, which is exactly what Ackermans became. Ackermans was, subsequently, bought by the Pepkor Group in 1986. Today, there are more than 850 Ackermans stores in 5 countries, making us a leading value fashion retailer for the whole family - continuously setting the standard for value and affordability. With a wide selection of fashion for ladies, kids, babies, and men, as well as homeware, cellular, and key financial products, we’ll keep bringing value to your life every day.
What if your first step into the world of retail could put you at the heart of how more than 1,000 Ackermans stores get the right products to the right customers?
As a Trainee Store Planner, you’ll learn how data, commercial thinking and an understanding of our customers come together to shape what happens in our stores.
You’ll gain hands-on experience, work alongside experienced retail professionals and develop the skills to build a career in retail planning.
What’s in it for you?
Earn while you learn – gain real experience while developing your career
Get behind the scenes of retail – discover how planning connects with all other functional areas across Ackermans
Learn by doing – combine practical, on-the-job exposure with classroom learning and mentorship
Learn from experienced retail professionals – get guidance, support and insight from people who know the industry
Bring your curiosity, willingness to learn and ambition to grow. We’ll give you the opportunity to turn that into a career.
Skills you will need to qualify?
Strong numerical and analytical skills
A natural flair for business systems & technology
Business acumen and commercial awareness
Strong work ethic, resilience and a hunger to learn!
Fantastic planning and organising abilities
Excellent written and oral communication
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint (advantageous)
The ability to adapt in a fast paced environment
Resilience and the ability to thrive under pressure
Be open to continuous learning
Experience and qualifications needed?
A minimum of 2 years working experience in a Retail environment such as stores or corporate retail
A Diploma or Degree in Business Management / Retail Business / Accounting & Finance or similar
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