Retail Management Internship- CPT | takealot.com
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : January 29, 2026
About the Role
This internship focuses on the data-driven optimization of retail operations within the Cape Town headquarters. Leveraging Salesforce for customer relationship management and SAP for inventory visibility, the intern ensures compliance with platform merchandising standards. Their role is pivotal in analyzing consumer data to minimize operational risk and enhance the commercial efficiency of various product categories within the Takealot Group.
Qualifications & Experience:
- A Diploma in Advertising/Marketing
The skills we need:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Creativity in developing content, ideas, and marketing concepts.
- Basic understanding of digital marketing tools and platforms (e.g., social media channels, Google Analytics, email marketing tools).
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to analyse data and interpret consumer insights.
- Good organisational and time-management skills.
- Comfortable working with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace tools.
Attributes required:
- Creative mindset with an eye for design and visual aesthetics
- Analytical thinking to interpret data and draw actionable insights
- Adaptability to work in a fast-paced retail environment with changing priorities
- Collaborative spirit and ability to work effectively in team settings
- Customer-focused attitude with understanding of consumer needs and preferences
- Problem-solving abilities to overcome challenges in campaign execution
- Time management skills to meet tight deadlines and campaign launch dates
- Initiative and proactivity in identifying opportunities for improvement
- Professional communication when interacting with internal teams and external partners
- Eagerness to learn about retail advertising trends and best practices
Key responsibilities:
- Assist in creating and executing group advertising campaigns for suppliers/sellers
- Support the development of promotional materials for all retail media campaigns
- Gather design assets and schedule campaigns in marketing calendar
- Collaborate with the creative team to ensure brand consistency across all marketing materials
- Analyze campaign performance metrics and prepare reports on key insights
- Maintain advertising campaign calendars and project timelines
- Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and external agencies
Career Growth & Education
A Degree in Retail Management, Business Science, or Marketing is the standard requirement for this competitive path. Interns can progress to Category Manager or Retail Operations Lead roles by mastering supply chain analytics and digital merchandising. Participating in executive leadership bootcamps and obtaining certifications in omnichannel retail strategy through professional workshops provides a path to senior roles in global retail conglomerates.
Salary & Financial Insight
Monthly stipends for retail management interns typically range from R8,500 to R14,000 based on academic qualification. Young professionals should prioritize building an emergency fund and exploring tax-free savings accounts (TFSA) to establish a solid financial foundation.
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