Clover YES Learner Merchandiser Learnership – Apply now!

Learnership Details

🏷️ YES Learner (Merchandiser)
💼 Learnership
🏢 Sales Execution Department
⏱️ 12-month programme
📌 Reference Number: CLO260121-4
📍 Location: Multiple Locations (National)
📅 Closing Date: 03 February 2026
👥 Number of Positions: 112
🌍 Country: South Africa

Company Overview

Clover is one of South Africa’s leading branded food and beverage companies, with a strong presence across the country. The company is committed to excellence, innovation, and creating shared value for consumers, employees, and communities. Through partnerships such as the Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme, Clover actively supports skills development and employment opportunities for South African youth.

Job Overview

Clover is offering unemployed youth the opportunity to join its Sales Execution Department as YES Learner Merchandisers. This 12-month learnership provides structured workplace exposure within retail environments, allowing participants to gain practical experience in merchandising, stock control, customer engagement, and in-store sales execution. Positions are available across Clover branches nationwide, including Clayville, Cape Town, Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth, and Queensburgh.

Key Responsibilities

• Control and order stock in-store and in backup areas where Clover products are handled

• Apply correct stock control measures and minimize returns according to store work plans

• Prevent out-of-stock situations and report incidents to the Area Manager

• Place accurate and timely product orders based on ordering cycles

• Maintain clean, neat, and well-presented products on shelves at all times

• Ensure correct crate and equipment control in line with company policy

• Build and maintain professional relationships with store management, customers, Area Managers, Head Office, and fellow merchandisers

• Apply shelf control in line with approved store layouts and shelf plans

• Pack shelves according to store flow and basic merchandising principles

• Ensure fridges and display equipment are properly maintained

• Maintain shelf sets, price labels, and point-of-sale material

• Complete relevant administrative tasks and reports

• Identify opportunities to improve product visibility and availability in-store

Qualifications

Education:

• Grade 12 / National Certificate (NQF Level 4)

Experience:

• No prior work experience required

• Must be unemployed at the time of application

Skills:

• Fluent in Business English

• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays

• Customer-oriented mindset

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to plan, organize, and manage administrative tasks

• Proactive, honest, and action-oriented approach

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team

Internship / Learnership Tips

• Ensure your CV clearly reflects your Grade 12 qualification

• Highlight any school, community, or volunteer activities that show teamwork and responsibility

• Keep your CV simple, honest, and well-structured (1–2 pages)

• Emphasize willingness to learn, reliability, and customer service attitude

• Double-check all contact details before submitting your application

Benefits of Joining Clover

• 12 months of structured workplace experience

• Exposure to a leading FMCG sales and merchandising environment

• Development of practical retail, stock control, and customer service skills

• Opportunity to enhance employability through the YES Programme

• Experience working with a nationally recognized brand

Company Policy

Clover is committed to Employment Equity and Transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in line with company policy and legislation. If you are not contacted by a Clover recruiter within four weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. All appointments are subject to Clover’s recruitment policies and operational requirements.