Supply Chain Graduate Programme – Shoprite Group
Company: Shoprite Group
Position: Supply Chain Graduate Programme
Reference Number: SHO260820-3
Job Category: Logistics / Supply Chain
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Nationwide – Cape Town, Centurion, Bloemfontein, Gqeberha and Durban, South Africa
Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Job Overview
The Shoprite Group is offering an exciting Supply Chain Graduate Programme designed for graduates who want to build a career in logistics, distribution, warehousing and supply chain management.
The programme forms part of Shoprite’s prestigious Distribution Centre Trainee Manager development pathway. Successful graduates will be exposed to different areas of the Supply Chain and Distribution Centre environment through structured rotations across various departments.
The goal of the programme is to provide graduates with practical business exposure, operational knowledge and leadership development. Participants will have the opportunity to understand how a large-scale retail supply chain operates from an end-to-end perspective while developing the skills needed to take on future management and leadership responsibilities.
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who are analytical, organised, ambitious and interested in building a long-term career within Supply Chain and Logistics.
What You’ll Do
As a Supply Chain Graduate, you will rotate through various Supply Chain and Distribution Centre functions to gain broad operational experience. Your responsibilities and learning opportunities will include:
- Gain practical exposure to warehousing, logistics, inventory management and distribution.
- Learn and apply industry and business best practices across Supply Chain operations.
- Analyse operational information and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity and service levels.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, operational projects and business-related assignments.
- Work with cross-functional teams to support both operational and strategic business objectives.
- Develop leadership capabilities through coaching, mentoring and practical management exposure.
- Monitor compliance with health and safety, quality and operational standards.
- Support efficient Supply Chain processes that contribute to excellent customer service.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders across different areas of the business.
- Contribute new ideas and innovative solutions that can improve operational excellence and overall business performance.
Requirements
Qualification
Applicants should hold a relevant degree or qualification, such as:
- BCom Supply Chain Management
- Logistics Management
- BEng Industrial Engineering
- BCom / BSc Operations Research
- Related Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or Operations qualifications.
Skills and Knowledge
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good computer literacy.
- Business analysis knowledge and methodology.
- Strong planning and organising abilities.
- An analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- The ability to work effectively with different teams and stakeholders.
- A willingness to learn and adapt within a fast-paced operational environment.
Key Competencies
Shoprite is looking for graduates who can demonstrate potential in areas such as:
- Leading and deciding
- Supporting and coordinating
- Interacting and presenting
- Analysing and interpreting
- Creating and conceptualising
- Organising and executing
- Adapting and coping
- Enterprising and performing
Who Should Apply?
This programme is suited to graduates who are passionate about Supply Chain, Logistics, Distribution, Operations or Industrial Engineering and who want meaningful practical exposure within one of South Africa’s largest retail groups.
Candidates should be willing to learn, take responsibility, work collaboratively and develop their leadership capabilities through hands-on experience.
Employment Details
Job Type: Full-Time
Locations: Cape Town, Centurion, Bloemfontein, Gqeberha and Durban
Reference: SHO260820-3
Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Applicants should ensure that they meet the stated qualification and competency requirements before applying.