Business Assistant: Intern at The Foschini Group

Position Description

Join our Dynamic Team!

Are you ready to kickstart your career and make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced Media Department? We are on the lookout for a motivated and dynamic individual to join us as a Business Assistant Intern.

If you're passionate about business, love crunching numbers, and have excellent communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you!

What You'll Do

You'll be responsible for administrative duties and providing support to achieve our Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to profitability, expense management, and business model pivoting.

Your Day-to-day Tasks Will Include

• Crafting financial models for scenario planning, helping us stay ahead of the game.
• Assisting in analysing volume-related expenses to optimise our operations.
• Preparing executive summary reports (Management Reports) to keep everyone informed.
• Tackling ad-hoc admin tasks with enthusiasm and efficiency.

Your Duties And Responsibilities

Working closely with department heads, you'll dive into:

• Analyzing service provider expenses, including print, benefits, and digital platforms.
• Evaluating print vs. digital magazine sales tipping points, ensuring we're at the cutting edge.
• Collaborating on financial modeling to make informed decisions.
• Assessing the profitability of our digital magazines, driving our success forward.
• Coordinating with the finance department on profit allocation, playing a vital role in our financial health.
• Exploring portfolio remodelling scenarios to prepare for any challenges that may come our way.
• Upholding exceptional internal service standards and continuously seeking ways to improve.

What You Need

• A passion for business and analytical thinking.
• A Relevant Business Degree or equivalent Diploma.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word and Excel), because you'll be a wizard with data.

The Winning Competencies

• Excellent written communication and presentation skills to share your insights effectively.
• Sharp analytical skills, sound judgment, and a knack for creative problem-solving.
• A flair for figures, and you stay focused on your goals.
• High resilience and agility, you thrive under pressure and embrace challenges.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to grow and learn in a dynamic media environment. Apply now and let your enthusiasm and business savvy shine through!

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