Managed People Solutions Is Offering a Junior Merchandiser Internship in King William's Town

If you live in or near King William's Town and you have an NCV Level 4 or N6 TVET qualification, this is worth your attention. Managed People Solutions is taking on Junior Merchandiser Interns for a structured workplace experience programme in the Eastern Cape. No prior work experience is needed — the whole point is to get you started.

Merchandising is the backbone of how products reach consumers in retail stores. As a junior merchandiser, you are the person on the ground making sure shelves are stocked, products are displayed correctly, prices are accurate and promotional activities are executed. It is practical, active work that builds a range of skills you carry into any retail or sales career.

Programme Duration

The duration depends on your qualification level:

What You Will Be Doing

Your work will be store-based and hands-on. Day to day, your responsibilities will include:

• Determining what stock needs to be merchandised and drawing stock requirements
• Checking product vintage, quality on shelves, stock rotation and price tags
• Executing merchandising activities according to the cycle brief
• Recording all merchandising activities accurately
• Providing feedback on customer complaints, queries and requests
• Keeping up to date with product knowledge and promotions
• Executing calls as per the call cycle plan

Who Should Apply

This internship is targeted specifically at young people in the King William's Town area who want to get into the working world. You need to be:

• Between 18 and 28 years old
• In possession of an NCV Level 4 or N6 TVET Certificate
• Currently unemployed and looking to complete a workplace experience internship
• Willing to learn and work in a professional environment
• Based in or near King William's Town, Eastern Cape

Why This Is Worth Applying For

Retail merchandising experience is one of the more transferable things you can put on a CV early in your career. The skills you build — stock management, client communication, attention to detail, reporting — are valued across FMCG, logistics and sales roles. For a TVET graduate who needs workplace hours to complete a qualification, this programme also provides exactly the structured environment your institution requires.

There is no advertised closing date. Apply as soon as possible before the position is filled.