Merchandising Internship Programme at Takealot – Apply now!

Job Details

Job Title: Merchandising Intern
Company: Takealot Group
Job Type: Internship (12-Month Contract)
Industry: E-Commerce / Retail / Merchandising
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Company Overview

Takealot Group is one of South Africa’s leading online retail and delivery companies, serving millions of customers nationwide. The group operates several platforms including Takealot.com, Takealot Fulfilment Solutions, and Mr D.

With a strong focus on technology, customer experience, and operational excellence, Takealot has become a major player in Africa’s digital commerce industry. The organisation offers a dynamic and innovative workplace where interns and young professionals can gain valuable experience and develop skills for long-term career growth.

Job Overview

The Merchandising Intern will assist the merchandising team in analysing product performance, planning promotional campaigns, and supporting product assortment strategies. This role provides hands-on exposure to the merchandising processes that drive sales and customer engagement in an e-commerce environment.

The internship is designed to help candidates build strong analytical, marketing, and business development skills while collaborating with multiple teams across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing merchandising strategies to improve product visibility and sales performance.

• Analyse sales data, market trends, and customer behaviour to support product assortment decisions.

• Support the creation and implementation of promotional campaigns in collaboration with the marketing team.

• Prepare reports and presentations on product performance and merchandising results.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, and operations.

• Contribute to ongoing merchandising projects and assist with ad-hoc initiatives within the team.

Qualifications

Education

• N6 Certificate in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience

• No prior professional experience required, but academic projects related to marketing, merchandising, or retail analytics will be advantageous.

Skills

• Strong written communication and persuasive writing abilities.

• Confidence in presenting ideas and reporting campaign results to stakeholders.

• Ability to build and maintain relationships with partners and internal teams.

• Adaptability in a fast-changing digital and e-commerce environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent organisational and collaboration skills.

Internship Tips

To improve your chances of securing this internship:

• Highlight marketing, merchandising, or retail-related coursework in your CV.

• Include experience analysing sales data, customer behaviour, or market trends.

• Showcase examples where you helped promote products, campaigns, or marketing initiatives.

• Demonstrate strong communication and presentation skills.

• Keep your CV structured and focus on marketing, analytics, and teamwork experience.

Benefits of Joining the Company

• Opportunity to gain real-world experience in e-commerce merchandising and retail strategy.

• Mentorship from experienced professionals in marketing and merchandising.

• Access to training platforms and professional development opportunities.

• Exposure to large-scale digital retail operations.

• Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.

• Potential career growth opportunities within the Takealot Group.

Company Policy

Takealot Group is committed to equal opportunity employment and diversity in the workplace. The company encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including candidates from previously disadvantaged groups and persons with disabilities.

All recruitment processes are conducted fairly, and applicant information is handled confidentially in accordance with relevant employment and data protection laws.