Shoprite: Human Resource Internship Programme 2024

We are looking for recent Human Resource Graduates to join our Retail Trainee Manager programme, which runs approximately 12 months.

The programme is a practical introduction to our working culture and environment, for graduates to understand all the daily operations involved in running a retail store, with a dual focus on completing the trainee manager programme and providing support to the Regional People Partner. 

Responsibilities:

• Perform Trainer Manger duties, whilst shadowing the Regional People Partner. 
• Execute HR duties as required, under the supervision of the Regional People Manager.  
• Learn the employee benefits program including pensions, paid time off, and other benefits offered by the company. Achieve store sales and profit targets through effective execution of divisional strategies. 
• Execute customer service excellence through every aspect of the store, including store appearance, display of merchandise, product placement, story layout, and selling procedures. 
• Respond to customer complaints in accordance with company policies and procedures. 
• Monitor and report on performance and sales against daily targets. 
• Execute stock management procedures, including monitoring stock and inventory, and performing quality assurance of merchandise regularly. 
• Minimize stock loss through compliance with security measures, stock and cash handling procedures. 
• Implement pricing policies on merchandise 
• Coordinate merchandise display and sales promotion activities. 
• Orders merchandise and prepare requisitions to replenish merchandise on hand. 

Requirements:

3 year National Diploma/Degree in:

• Human Resource Management
• Labour Legislation.

Experience:

• 1 year work experience in a retail environment

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Planning and organizing.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Resilience and adaptability.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Critically analyse information and use judgement to make decisions.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to build and maintain working relationships.
• High standard of work ethic.
• The understanding and ability to enhance customer services
• Excellent time management and adhering to set timelines.
• Valid driver's license