Coca‑Cola Beverages South Africa Visual Merchandiser Learnership (CCB260126‑1)
Company: Coca‑Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) | Location: Kuruman, Upington, Phuthaditjhaba, Aliwal North, Botshabelo, Thaba Nchu, Barberton, Nelspruit CBD, Witbank, Ermelo | Deadline: 31 March 2026
This Visual Merchandiser Learnership is a structured 12‑month programme that combines formal training with hands‑on workplace experience. It’s designed to help unemployed young people develop commercial skills, in‑store merchandising expertise, and customer engagement capabilities while working with one of South Africa’s leading FMCG organisations. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Learnership Overview
Learners will be placed in retail and customer service environments across the country, working closely with experienced sales teams. The programme emphasises visual merchandising excellence, customer service, and commercial acumen. Participants report to an Account Developer and learn how to implement merchandising standards, support order placement processes and uphold brand visibility while building practical skills that enhance future employability. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Requirements / Eligibility
- South African citizen aged between 18 and 35 years
- Unemployed at the time of application
- Grade 12 certificate with Maths or Maths Literacy (minimum 40%)
- Pass in English and a second South African language (minimum 40%)
- Not currently enrolled in another formal training or learnership
- No prior completion of a similar learnership
- Clear criminal and credit record
- Consent to verification of ID, qualifications and criminal checks
- Available to work six days per week
- Driver’s licence is advantageous, especially for retail travel roles
How to Apply
- Prepare a detailed CV and certified copies of your Matric certificate and ID.
- Collect any other qualification documents you have (e.g., post‑matric certificates).
- Visit the Coca‑Cola Beverages South Africa eRecruit portal.
- Search for the job using Reference Number CCB260126‑1.
- Complete the online application form and upload required documents.
- Submit your application before the closing date.
Stipend & Benefits
Participants in this 12‑month learnership benefit from structured hands‑on learning and workplace exposure that builds skills in merchandising execution, customer service and commercial processes. Learners will gain practical understanding of daily retail execution, order support, and sales processes that are sought after in the FMCG sector. The qualification earned at the end of the programme strengthens future employment prospects. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible? Youth aged 18–35 who hold Matric and meet the entry requirements. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- How long does the learnership run? The programme runs for 12 months and includes both classroom and workplace training. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- What will I learn? Commercial awareness, visual merchandising, customer engagement, order support and retail execution. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- Is a driver’s licence needed? Not mandatory, but advantageous for travelling between retail outlets. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Keywords: Coca‑Cola Beverages SA, Visual Merchandiser Learnership, CCBSA learnership 2026, youth retail training, FMCG learnership
