TFG – YES Intern: Planner

Planning internships like this can be a strong fit for someone who enjoys working with numbers, spotting trends, and turning data into better product and stock decisions. This YES Intern: Planner opportunity at TFG is aimed at a graduate with a quantitative background who wants practical exposure to retail planning, trend analysis, sales data interpretation, and product decision support in a large retail environment.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This internship is designed to give practical exposure to retail planning through trend analysis, data-driven decision support, and collaboration with buying teams. The role focuses on helping the business understand market movement, product performance, and customer response so that planning decisions can be made more effectively.

Note: This is more than a general admin internship. It is better suited to someone who wants to build a career in Retail Planning and is comfortable working with sales data, customer feedback, research, and analysis in a fast-moving retail environment.

Who this opportunity may suit

• A graduate who wants to build a career in retail planning
• Someone with a strong interest in numbers, product decisions, and market trends
• An applicant who enjoys combining research with practical business decision-making
• A person who is proactive, detail-focused, and comfortable working with stakeholders

What you’ll do / learn

You’ll gain practical planning experience through trend analysis, product-selection support, data interpretation, and collaboration with buying teams.

• Explore market trends and conduct trend analysis
• Collaborate with the buying team and contribute to product selections
• Use sales data and customer feedback to support decision-making
• Share innovative ideas and perspectives that can enhance product offerings
• Develop practical understanding of how planning supports retail performance

Eligibility requirements

Check the requirements below before applying.

Essential requirements

• Relevant diploma or degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Keen interest in pursuing a career as a Retail Planner
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Passion for learning and a proactive approach to acquiring new knowledge
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Ability to use new technology to improve productivity, problem solving, and business growth

Behavioural expectations

• Adhering to Principles & Values
• Adhering to Standards
• Continual Improvement
• Driving & Persevering
• Entrepreneurial thinking
• Planning & Organising
• Presenting & Communication

Equity note

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

What this role really means

A planner internship like this usually means learning how retail businesses decide what products to back, how much stock to hold, and how customer demand connects to sales performance. In practice, that can include looking at trends, interpreting numbers, working with buying teams, and helping turn information into smarter retail decisions. If you are applying, it helps to show that you are analytical, curious, and serious about working with data in a commercial environment.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Degree or diploma certificate / academic transcript
• Clear contact details (phone + email)
• Any supporting analytics, research, Excel, planning, or quantitative project work on your CV
• Any additional documents requested on the application portal

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About the sponsor

TFG is a South African retail group operating a portfolio of speciality lifestyle and apparel brands. Its official company page describes the group’s purpose as inspiring customers to live their best lives and its vision as creating remarkable omnichannel experiences for customers. For more information visit the TFG Website

Quick tips for this application

• Make your quantitative qualification easy to identify near the top of your CV
• If you have used Excel, PowerPoint, or research tools for projects, mention that clearly
• Show that you are comfortable working with numbers, trends, and data-driven decisions
• Use your CV to highlight analytical thinking, curiosity, and attention to detail rather than generic soft skills only
• If you have coursework or projects linked to forecasting, planning, economics, statistics, or business analysis, include them clearly

Mistakes to avoid

• Submitting a CV that gives no evidence of analytical or research ability
• Leaving out your qualification details
• Not showing Excel or Microsoft 365 proficiency clearly
• Using a generic CV that does not show interest in planning work
• Uploading incomplete or unreadable supporting documents

Scam warning (important)

Do not pay any fee to apply for this internship. Genuine recruitment for this role should happen through the official TFG careers platform. If anyone asks for money for placement, interviews, or faster processing, use only the employer’s official application page.

How this opportunity was verified

We prepared this post using the details for the YES Intern: Planner (job identification 11047) position listed on the TFG official vacancy page ,together with TFG’s official company page.

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How to apply

1. Open the official vacancy page using the button below.
2. Read the requirements carefully and confirm that your qualification and profile fit the role.
3. Prepare your CV and supporting documents.
4. Submit your application through the official TFG careers platform.