Pick n Pay, one of South Africa’s most trusted retail giants, is opening its doors to fresh talent in 2025.
Location: Kenilworth – Cape Town, Kensington – Gauteng
Closing Date: 8 May 2025
Available Opportunities
Each programme offers either 18 or 24 months of structured workplace experience, mentorship, and growth.
1. PnP Clothing Graduate Programme (Cape Town)
Work in:
- Buying – Learn to track trends and build collections
- Planning – Manage budgets, stock levels, and supplier orders
- Visual Merchandising – Design compelling displays that attract customers
Qualifications Needed:
Degree in Fashion Management, Retail, Consumer Science (Clothing/Textiles), Marketing, Supply Chain or similar
2. Property Development Graduate Programme (Cape Town)
Learn how to:
- Manage retail space
- Understand property planning and development
- Support real estate strategy
Qualifications Needed:
Degree in Property, Real Estate, Construction Management, Planning, Business or related
3. Marketing Graduate Programme (Cape Town)
Get involved in:
- Brand strategy
- Campaign execution
- Market research and customer engagement
Qualifications Needed:
Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communication, Economics, or related
4. Food Innovation Graduate Programme (Gauteng)
Turn your food science skills into market-ready products:
- Product testing
- Consumer insights
- Innovation pipelines
Qualifications Needed:
Diploma in Consumer Science, Food Technology, or related
5. Finance and Accounting Graduate Programme (Gauteng)
Develop your skills in:
- Financial reporting
- Auditing and internal controls
- Budget planning
Qualifications Needed:
Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Taxation or related
6. Retail Commercial Graduate Programme (Cape Town & Gauteng)
Experience:
- Buying and merchandising
- Supplier engagement
- Pricing and operations strategy
Qualifications Needed:
Degrees in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Logistics, Operations or similar
7. TVET Student Programme (Cape Town)
For students with N6 qualifications needing 18-month workplace experience:
- Exposure to finance and accounting departments
- Guided mentorship to complete your studies
Qualifications Needed:
N6 in Finance, Accounting, Taxation or related
Must have no prior workplace experience
What You’ll Get
- 18–24 months of real, structured work experience
- Mentorship from professionals across departments
- Access to career development resources
- Involvement in real business projects from day one
Minimum Requirements
- South African citizens under 35
- Recent graduates or students with the required qualifications
- Must not have participated in a SETA-funded programme
Don’t Qualify Yet? Here’s How You Can Qualify
If you’re not ready just yet, consider these courses to help you meet future requirements:
- Fashion Buying & Merchandising:
Try Cape Town College of Fashion Design or FEDISA - Food Technology or Consumer Science:
Consider TUT or DUT - Finance, Accounting & Auditing:
Explore ICB Qualifications or UNISA Accounting Programmes - Marketing & Communication:
Look into Red & Yellow Creative School of Business - TVET N6 Diplomas:
Check your local public TVET college on TVET Colleges South Africa
How to Apply
To apply, visit the Pick n Pay Careers Portal below and search by Job Requisition ID or programme title.
Experienced career development professional with a background in student administration and guidance across several South African universities. Over the years, I have supported students in shaping their academic and professional journeys, providing career counselling, employability training, and placement support. I now focus on helping young graduates successfully transition from university or college into the workplace, bridging the gap between education and employment through practical guidance and career-readiness initiatives.