JUNIOR MERCHANDISER (INTERNSHIP)12- 18 MONTHS
Job Overview
- Position Title: Junior Merchandiser (Internship)
- Company: Managed People Solutions
- Location: Welkom, Free State
- Job Type: Internship (12 or 18 months)
- Posted Date: 06 August 2025
- Industry: FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods)
- Experience Level: Internship (No prior work experience required)
- Functional Area: Merchandising / Entry-Level FMCG
Job Purpose
To provide unemployed youth with practical work experience and skills development in merchandising through a structured internship program within the FMCG sector.
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
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Aged between 18 and 28 years
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N6 TVET Certificate (for 18-month internship) or
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NCV Level 4 Certificate in a relevant field (for 12-month internship)
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No previous work experience required
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Reside in or near Welkom
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Eagerness to learn and work in a professional environment
Technical Competencies
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Basic product knowledge and shelf management
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Understanding of merchandising principles
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Willingness to follow and adapt to structured processes
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Good communication and observation skills
Core Competencies
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Reliability and punctuality
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Attention to detail
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Customer-focused mindset
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Proactive and responsible
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Ability to work independently and within a team
Key Responsibilities
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Determine and draw stock to be merchandised
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Perform stock rotation and quality checks (vintage, condition, pricing)
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Execute merchandising activities as per cycle briefs
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Maintain product displays and promotional compliance
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Report out-of-stock products to RSM (Regional Sales Manager)
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Provide feedback on customer complaints and requests
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Accurately record merchandising activities and store visits
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Follow the assigned call cycle
Stipend & Duration
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Stipend: R3,500 per month
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N6 TVET Internship Duration: 18 months
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NCV Level 4 Internship Duration: 12 months
Application Details
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Submit your CV, ID, and Certified TVET Qualification Copy via the Learning Programmes Application Form (link provided in the official job post)


