Junior Merchandiser Learnership 2026 | Managed People Solutions |
Company: Managed People Solutions
Programme: Junior Merchandiser / Sales Representation Learnership
Location: South Africa
Job Type: Learnership (12 Months)
Stipend: R3,500 per month
Overview
Managed People Solutions is inviting unemployed young South Africans residing in Randburg, Cosmo City, and Alexandra to apply for its Junior Merchandiser (Sales Representation) Learnership Programme 2026.
This 12-month learnership offers participants the opportunity to obtain a National Certificate in Sales Representation while gaining valuable workplace experience within the retail industry. The programme combines accredited theoretical training with practical on-the-job learning, helping learners develop the skills needed for a successful career in sales and merchandising.
Learnership Qualification
Successful candidates will work towards obtaining:
- National Certificate: Sales Representation
What the Programme Offers
Participants will receive:
- A nationally recognised qualification in Sales Representation.
- Practical workplace experience in the retail environment.
- Structured on-the-job training.
- Skills development and mentorship.
- Networking opportunities within the retail industry.
- Monthly stipend of R3,500.
- A 12-month learnership programme.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 28 years old.
- Have completed Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate/Matric).
- Be unemployed.
- Have no previous work experience.
- Be willing to learn and grow in a professional environment.
- Reside in South Africa.
Skills and Attributes
The ideal candidate should:
- Have a positive attitude.
- Be eager to learn.
- Have good communication skills.
- Be customer service orientated.
- Be reliable and professional.
- Be able to work well in a team.
- Be willing to build a career in retail and sales.
What You Will Learn
Throughout the programme, learners will gain experience in:
- Sales representation.
- Merchandising principles.
- Customer service.
- Retail operations.
- Product merchandising and displays.
- Stock management.
- Professional workplace communication.
- Teamwork and problem-solving.
Benefits of the Learnership
Successful learners will benefit from:
- A nationally recognised qualification.
- Valuable retail industry experience.
- Improved employability.
- Practical workplace skills.
- Professional development.
- Networking opportunities within the retail sector.
- A monthly stipend while learning.
Why Apply?
This learnership offers unemployed youth the opportunity to learn while earning, gain real workplace experience, and build a strong foundation for a future career in retail, merchandising, and sales. It is ideal for recent Matric graduates looking to gain industry experience and improve their employment prospects.
If you are motivated, enthusiastic, and ready to start your career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.