Start Your Career with Coca Cola: Visual Merchandiser Learnership in Upington

Coca Cola Visual Merchandiser Learnership opportunity in Upington 2026

If you have been waiting for an opportunity to gain real work experience while learning, this Visual Merchandiser Learnership with Coca Cola Beverages South Africa might be exactly what you need.

This 12 month programme is designed to equip young people with practical skills in sales, merchandising, and customer service. It is not just about theory. You will be working in real stores, interacting with customers, and learning how products are marketed and sold on the ground.

What you will be doing

As a learner, you will be part of the sales environment, supporting daily store activities and ensuring that products are well displayed and available. Your tasks will include:

  • Visiting stores and following daily call schedules
  • Setting up product displays according to brand standards
  • Checking stock rotation and product quality
  • Helping customers place orders using the MyCCBA platform
  • Supporting promotional campaigns in stores

You will also work closely with the sales team and receive guidance from an Account Developer who will help you grow your skills.

Who should apply

This opportunity is ideal if you are:

  • Between 18 and 35 years old
  • Currently unemployed
  • A South African citizen
  • Matriculated with Maths or Maths Literacy and English
  • Not studying or part of another learnership

Having a driver's licence or a qualification in Sales and Marketing will give you an advantage, but it is not required.

Why this learnership matters

Many young people struggle to find jobs because they lack experience. This programme helps bridge that gap by giving you both training and real work exposure.

By the end of the 12 months, you will have gained valuable skills in:

  • Sales and customer interaction
  • Retail and merchandising standards
  • Workplace discipline and teamwork

These are skills that employers look for, giving you a stronger chance of securing future employment.

Application requirements

To apply, make sure you have:

  • A detailed CV
  • Certified copy of your matric certificate
  • Certified copies of any qualifications
  • Copy of your driver's licence if you have one

Incomplete applications will not be considered, so double check everything before submitting.

Important deadline

Applications close on 21 April 2026. Do not wait until the last minute.

Apply here: https://ccba.graduate.erecruit.co/candidateapp/Login

Frequently Asked Questions

No, this learnership is designed for beginners. You just need to meet the basic requirements and be willing to learn.

Most learnerships include a monthly stipend to support learners, but the exact amount is usually shared during the recruitment process.

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Ayasha Patel

Ayasha is a career advisor and bursary specialist based in Durban. With a background in human resources, she guides students from KwaZulu-Natal through corporate bursary applications and interview preparation.