Smollan Merchandiser Learnerships 2026

Are you looking to start your career in the retail industry? The Smollan Merchandiser Learnership 2026 offers unemployed South African youth the opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience while developing practical merchandising, customer service, and sales skills.

This full-time learnership is ideal for individuals who are passionate about retail and want to build a long-term career with one of South Africa’s leading retail merchandising companies. Successful learners may be placed at major retailers such as Shoprite, Checkers, Pick n Pay, Clicks, SuperSpar, and other participating stores across South Africa.

If you meet the minimum requirements, this is an excellent opportunity to gain recognised workplace experience while earning a monthly stipend.

About Smollan

Smollan is one of South Africa’s leading retail solutions companies, providing merchandising, sales, activation, and technology services to some of the country’s biggest retailers and consumer brands. The company helps brands improve product visibility and drive sales while creating employment opportunities for thousands of South Africans.

Through its learnership programmes, Smollan equips young people with practical retail skills that prepare them for long-term careers in the retail and FMCG industries.

Smollan Merchandiser Learnership 2026 Overview

Company: Smollan

Programme: Merchandiser Learnership 2026

Job Type: Full-Time Learnership

Industry: Retail & FMCG

Monthly Stipend: Approximately R3,500

Working Hours: 9-hour shifts

Location: Nationwide opportunities across South Africa

Start Date: As soon as possible

Placement Stores

Successful learners may be placed at participating retailers, including:

• Shoprite
• Checkers
• Pick n Pay
• Clicks
• SuperSpar
• Other participating supermarkets and retail stores

Placement will depend on available vacancies near your location.

About the Learnership

The Smollan Merchandiser Learnership combines classroom learning with practical workplace experience. Learners will work in real retail environments where they will develop essential merchandising, stock management, customer service, and sales support skills.

This programme is an excellent entry point for individuals seeking a career in retail, as it provides both accredited training and valuable hands-on experience.

What You Will Learn

During the programme, learners will gain practical experience in:

• Retail merchandising
• Stock management
• Product presentation
• Customer service
• Sales support
• Store operations
• Workplace communication
• Teamwork
• Time management
• Professional retail practices

Key Responsibilities

As a Smollan Merchandiser Learner, your duties may include:

• Counting and managing stock.
• Unpacking and organising merchandise.
• Creating attractive product displays.
• Ensuring shelves remain fully stocked.
• Checking product pricing and promotional displays.
• Removing expired or damaged products.
• Assisting customers with product enquiries.
• Supporting merchandising and sales teams.
• Maintaining store cleanliness and organisation.
• Following company merchandising standards.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) or an equivalent qualification.
• Good English communication skills.
• Live within 15 km of the workplace.
• Clear criminal record.
• Own a smartphone.
• Be able to provide all required employment documents.

Required Supporting Documents

Applicants should prepare:

• Updated CV.
• South African ID document.
• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
• SARS registration letter.
• Bank confirmation letter.
• Any additional supporting documents requested during the recruitment process.

Successful applicants will also be required to use a Vodacom SIM card for work-related communication.

Preferred Requirements

Although not compulsory, the following will strengthen your application:

• South African citizen.
• Between 18 and 35 years old.
• Interest in retail and merchandising.
• Previous retail exposure.
• Participation in previous learnership programmes.

Skills and Competencies

Smollan is looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Professional appearance.
• Positive work ethic.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong teamwork skills.

Salary and Benefits

Successful learners can expect:

• Monthly stipend of approximately R3,500.
• Practical workplace experience.
• Structured retail training.
• Learning through the Smollan Academy.
• Exposure to leading South African retailers.
• Career development opportunities.
• Improved employability within the retail industry.

Why Apply for the Smollan Merchandiser Learnership?

This learnership offers numerous benefits, including:

• No previous retail experience required.
• Earn a monthly stipend while learning.
• Gain recognised workplace experience.
• Develop merchandising and customer service skills.
• Receive structured workplace training.
• Work with some of South Africa’s largest retail chains.
• Build skills that are highly valued across the retail and FMCG sectors.

Recruitment Process

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to complete an online assessment.

You may be asked questions relating to:

• Employment history.
• Household income.
• Residential location.
• Availability to start.
• Personal information.

Ensure all information submitted is accurate and complete to avoid delays in the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Apply here online for Smollan Merchandiser Learnership 2026

Closing Date: Not specified.