Managed People Solutions – Junior Merchandiser Learnership

Learnerships can help unemployed young people gain workplace experience while working towards a recognised qualification. Managed People Solutions is inviting unemployed youth in Johannesburg, specifically Randburg, Cosmo City and Alexandra, to apply for its Junior Merchandiser Learnership opportunity.

This opportunity is advertised as Junior Merchandiser Learnership | Managed People Solutions | Johannesburg. The official job description also refers to an exciting Sales Representation Learnership Programme where successful applicants can earn a National Certificate: Sales Representation while gaining real workplace experience in the retail sector.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a 12-month learnership opportunity with Managed People Solutions in Johannesburg.

The official listing title refers to a Junior Merchandiser Learnership, while the job description refers to a Sales Representation Learnership Programme. Applicants should therefore read the full official advert carefully and understand that the confirmed qualification mentioned in the advert is the National Certificate: Sales Representation.

The opportunity is aimed at unemployed youth in Johannesburg, specifically Randburg, Cosmo City and Alexandra.

The programme offers real workplace experience in a retail environment, skills development, on-the-job training, networking opportunities in the retail industry and a monthly stipend of R3,500.

The official advert states that no prior work experience is required. This makes it suitable for qualifying young applicants who are motivated, willing to learn and ready to build career experience in retail and sales representation.

The official advert does not state the exact application closing date, exact working hours, host workplace, transport arrangements, selection process or whether permanent employment may be available after the learnership.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit unemployed young people aged between 18 and 28 who live in or can access Johannesburg, especially Randburg, Cosmo City or Alexandra.

It may be suitable for applicants who have completed National Senior Certificate / Matric and want to gain their first formal work experience in a retail environment.

The programme may also suit candidates who are interested in retail sales, sales representation, merchandising exposure, customer interaction, workplace communication and building a stronger CV.

Because no prior work experience is required, applicants should focus on showing motivation, willingness to learn, reliability, communication skills and readiness to grow in a professional environment.

Applicants should also consider whether they can attend the workplace and training activities for the full 12-month duration before applying.

What you will do and learn

The official vacancy confirms that successful applicants will gain real workplace experience in the retail sector while working towards a National Certificate: Sales Representation.

The official advert does not provide a detailed daily duty list. Based on the confirmed programme wording, successful applicants may gain exposure to areas such as:

Sales representation learning

• Working towards a National Certificate: Sales Representation.
• Learning how sales representation works in a retail environment.
• Building basic workplace knowledge linked to sales and customer-facing roles.
• Developing confidence in a professional environment.
• Learning how to communicate professionally in a workplace.

Retail workplace exposure

• Gaining real workplace experience in the retail sector.
• Learning retail routines and basic operational expectations.
• Understanding how retail teams work together.
• Building customer-service awareness.
• Improving employability through workplace exposure.

Skills development and on-the-job training

• Participating in skills development.
• Receiving on-the-job training.
• Learning how to follow instructions in a professional environment.
• Building punctuality, attendance and workplace discipline.
• Developing confidence for future job applications.

Networking and future employability

• Building retail industry exposure.
• Networking with people in the retail industry.
• Improving your CV with real work experience.
• Learning how to present yourself in a workplace.
• Improving your chances of future long-term employment.

Important: The list above explains the likely learning exposure based on the official advert. The official listing does not provide a detailed daily duty list, and Managed People Solutions will determine the final workplace duties, training structure and placement requirements.

Eligibility requirements

Applicant requirements

• Must be an unemployed youth applicant.
• Must be based in Johannesburg, specifically Randburg, Cosmo City or Alexandra, or be able to access the relevant opportunity area.
• Must be aged between 18 and 28 years old.
• Must have completed National Senior Certificate / Matric.
• No prior work experience is required.
• Must have willingness to learn and grow in a professional environment.
• Should be motivated and eager to learn.
• Should be ready to build a career in retail.
• Must be able to commit to the 12-month programme duration.
• Must provide complete, accurate and truthful information during the recruitment process.

Age requirement explained

The official advert requires applicants to be aged between 18 and 28 years.

Applicants should use their correct date of birth and should not change or misrepresent their age to meet the requirement.

Managed People Solutions will determine whether each applicant falls within the required age range during the recruitment process.

Matric requirement explained

The official advert requires a completed National Senior Certificate / Matric.

Applicants should state their Matric qualification clearly on their CV and should be prepared to provide proof if requested by the official application platform or recruitment team.

Candidates who have not completed Matric should not assume that they meet the minimum requirement unless Managed People Solutions confirms otherwise.

No prior work experience requirement explained

The official advert states that no prior work experience is required.

This means applicants without formal work experience may apply if they meet the other requirements.

Applicants who have informal, casual, volunteer, school, community or part-time experience can still mention it on their CV if it is relevant and accurate.

Examples may include helping customers, assisting in a shop, volunteering at events, helping with stock, community work, school leadership or any activity that shows reliability and willingness to learn.

Location requirement explained

The official advert invites unemployed youth in Johannesburg, specifically Randburg, Cosmo City and Alexandra.

Applicants should consider whether they can travel reliably to the relevant training or workplace location before applying.

The official listing does not state whether transport, accommodation or relocation support will be provided.

Stipend and programme duration explained

The official advert states that the monthly stipend is R3,500 and that the programme duration is 12 months.

Applicants should budget carefully and confirm any payment terms, attendance requirements and programme conditions directly with Managed People Solutions if shortlisted.

The advert does not state whether additional benefits, transport support or permanent employment after the programme will be offered.

Skills and personal attributes that may help

• Motivation and eagerness to learn.
• Interest in retail and sales representation.
• Willingness to grow in a professional environment.
• Good communication with supervisors, colleagues and customers.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Professional behaviour.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Willingness to complete both learning and workplace components.
• Confidence to work in a retail environment.
• Honesty when completing application information.
• Commitment to improving future employability.

What this opportunity really means

This is a learnership opportunity, not a permanent job guarantee.

Successful applicants should expect a combination of workplace exposure and learning activities connected to sales representation and retail experience.

The programme can help learners build confidence, improve their CV and gain real exposure to the working world.

Because the advert states that no prior work experience is required, this may be a useful entry point for unemployed youth who have completed Matric but have not yet had a formal job.

Applicants should treat the opportunity seriously by attending required activities, following instructions, completing programme requirements and behaving professionally throughout the 12-month period.

The official advert does not guarantee permanent employment after completion. Applicants should use the learnership to gain experience, build references and improve future job applications.

Application checklist

Prepare the following information and documents before applying:

• Updated CV.
• Clear copy of your South African identity document, if requested.
• Copy of your National Senior Certificate / Matric certificate.
• Correct date of birth and age information.
• Correct residential area, especially if you are from Randburg, Cosmo City or Alexandra.
• Reliable cellphone number and professional email address.
• Any informal, volunteer, school, community or casual experience that shows reliability or willingness to learn.
• Examples showing interest in retail, sales, customer service or merchandising.
• Information confirming that you are unemployed, if requested by the platform.
• Any supporting documents requested through the Managed People Solutions Simplify application platform.

Need assistance with CVs, certified documents and application preparation? Visit our Learnership Resources and Guides.

Important note for applicants

This is advertised as a learnership opportunity and the employment type on the official listing is shown as Internship.

The official listing title says Junior Merchandiser Learnership, while the job description refers to a Sales Representation Learnership Programme. Applicants should read the official advert carefully and apply only if they understand the programme focus.

The official advert states that the qualification on offer is a National Certificate: Sales Representation.

The official advert states that the monthly stipend is R3,500 and the programme duration is 12 months.

The official vacancy does not state an application closing date, exact working hours, detailed daily duties, transport support, accommodation support, benefits or whether permanent employment may be available after completion.

Applicants should apply as soon as possible while the official listing remains available, because the advert may close or be removed once enough applications have been received.

The official application terms include a POPIA disclaimer. Applicants should read the privacy terms carefully before submitting personal information or documents.

About the sponsor

Managed People Solutions is a South African human capital solutions provider that works with businesses on people-related services across the employee lifecycle.

The company’s services include areas such as sales, merchandising, people and culture, market and business intelligence, and learning academy solutions.

Managed People Solutions’ Learning Academy focuses on learning, training and talent development, including programmes aimed at helping individuals and young people build professional growth and workplace readiness. Learn more through the official Managed People Solutions website.

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply only if you are between 18 and 28 years old.
• Make sure your CV shows that you have completed Matric.
• Clearly state your residential area and contact details.
• Mention if you are based in Randburg, Cosmo City or Alexandra.
• Do not worry if you have no formal work experience, because the advert says no prior work experience is required.
• Use your CV to show reliability, willingness to learn and interest in retail or sales.
• Include school, volunteer, casual or community experience if it is relevant and truthful.
• Check that your cellphone number and email address are correct.
• Do not submit false information about your age, education, area or employment status.
• Apply as soon as possible because the official advert does not state a closing date.
• Keep proof of your online application after submitting.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying while outside the required age range of 18 to 28 years.
• Applying without completed National Senior Certificate / Matric.
• Using an incorrect cellphone number or email address.
• Submitting a CV that does not show education details clearly.
• Not mentioning relevant school, volunteer, casual or community experience.
• Providing false information about age, qualifications or employment status.
• Uploading unclear or incomplete documents.
• Ignoring that the opportunity is specifically advertised for Johannesburg youth in Randburg, Cosmo City and Alexandra.
• Waiting too long to apply when no closing date is stated.
• Not reading the POPIA disclaimer and application terms before submitting information.

Scam warning (important)

Applicants should apply only through the official Managed People Solutions Simplify recruitment page or another vacancy page clearly linked from an official Managed People Solutions website.

Do not pay anyone for registration, an application, an interview, a background check, training, uniform, equipment or placement. Legitimate employers and learnership providers do not require applicants to pay money to secure a learnership opportunity.

Do not share banking PINs, passwords, one-time PINs or unnecessary financial information with anyone claiming that they can guarantee a Managed People Solutions learnership.

Be cautious of recruitment messages sent from unofficial email addresses, private social-media accounts or cellphone numbers that request payment, favours, banking information or confidential documents outside the official application process.

Upload identity documents, qualifications and other sensitive documents only through the official and secure recruitment process.

Always return to the official vacancy page to confirm that the opportunity and application link remain genuine and available.

How this opportunity was verified

This opportunity was verified from the official Managed People Solutions Simplify recruitment listing for Junior Merchandiser Learnership | Managed People Solutions | Johannesburg.

The official listing confirmed Managed People Solutions as the employer, Johannesburg in Gauteng as the location, Internship as the employment type, Managed People Solutions as the division, Internship as the minimum experience classification, Wine and Spirits as the company primary industry, Sales as the job functional area and 23 June 2026 as the posting date.

The official job description confirmed that unemployed youth in Johannesburg, specifically Randburg, Cosmo City and Alexandra, are invited to apply for a Sales Representation Learnership Programme.

The official advert also confirmed the National Certificate: Sales Representation, real workplace experience in the retail environment, skills development, on-the-job training, networking opportunities, monthly stipend , 12-month programme duration, age requirement of 18 to 28 years, completed National Senior Certificate / Matric requirement, no-prior-work-experience wording and willingness-to-learn requirement.

The official vacancy did not state an application closing date, exact working hours, host workplace details, transport support, accommodation support, benefits or whether permanent employment may be available after the programme when last checked.

Read more about our verification process on the How We Verify Listings page.

How to apply

1. Open the official Managed People Solutions application link below.
2. Read the complete Junior Merchandiser Learnership advert carefully.
3. Confirm that you meet the age, Matric and location-related requirements.
4. Confirm that you understand the programme is a 12-month learnership with a monthly stipend of R3,500.
5. Select the Apply option on the official vacancy page.
6. Create a candidate profile or sign in if you already have one.
7. Complete all personal, education and programme questions honestly.
8. Upload your updated CV and any supporting documents requested by the platform.
9. Read the POPIA disclaimer and application terms carefully before submitting personal information.
10. Check that your cellphone number, email address, date of birth, residential area and uploaded documents are correct.
11. Submit the application as soon as possible while the official listing remains available.
12. Keep the application confirmation or proof of submission.

Application Closing Date

The official advert does not state an application closing date.

The vacancy was posted on 23 June 2026 and was available when last verified on 23 June 2026. Managed People Solutions may close or remove the listing once enough applications have been received or once recruitment requirements have been met.

Interested applicants should apply as soon as possible rather than waiting for a closing date to be announced.