Clover is offering unemployed South African youth a 12-month YES Learner Programme in Merchandising, providing practical sales experience, professional development, and a pathway into the corporate world.
Clover is proud to partner with the Youth Employment Service (YES) programme to empower South African youth through meaningful work experience. The YES Learner Programme 2026 provides unemployed young people with an opportunity to join Clover’s Sales department as Merchandisers, gaining 12 months of hands-on experience across multiple branches nationwide. This initiative aligns with Clover’s vision: “TO BE BETTER FOR THE BENEFIT OF ALL.”
About the Clover YES Learner Programme
This learnership focuses on practical exposure in merchandising and sales execution. Participants will work in Clover branches including Clayville, CDC Cape Town, Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth, and Queensburgh, gaining essential skills in stock management, customer engagement, and retail operations.
The programme not only equips learners with technical competencies but also nurtures professional attitudes, teamwork, and workplace readiness, creating a strong foundation for future careers in sales and retail management.
Who Can Apply
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent NQF4 qualification
- Fluent in Business English
- Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
- South African youth currently unemployed
Key Competencies
- Proactive, action-oriented mindset
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to influence and collaborate with colleagues
- Customer-oriented approach
- Planning and organizational capabilities
- Honesty, consistency, and commitment
Responsibilities of a Clover Merchandiser
Merchandisers will be actively involved in daily sales operations and stock management, including:
- Controlling and ordering stock in-store and back-up areas
- Minimizing and documenting returns according to the store plan
- Preventing out-of-stock situations and reporting incidents to Area Managers
- Ensuring products are clean, neat, and properly displayed
- Maintaining crates, equipment, and fridges according to company standards
- Applying correct shelf control using store plans and merchandising rules
- Installing and maintaining point-of-sale materials
- Maintaining administrative records and product labeling
- Building and sustaining strong relationships with store management, customers, and colleagues
- Maximizing product presence and visibility in-store
Through these duties, learners gain a comprehensive understanding of merchandising, retail operations, and sales strategies.
Benefits of the Programme
Participating in Clover’s YES Learner Programme 2026 offers several advantages:
- Practical work experience in a professional corporate environment
- Exposure to retail operations, stock management, and sales execution
- Development of interpersonal, communication, and administrative skills
- A pathway into potential permanent employment within Clover or the wider retail industry
- Networking and mentorship opportunities with experienced professionals
This programme is a stepping stone for youth looking to establish themselves in sales, retail, or business operations.
How to Apply
Closing Date: 3 February 2026
Conclusion
The Clover YES Learner Programme 2026 is more than just a learnership—it is a chance for unemployed youth to gain valuable work experience, professional skills, and confidence in the corporate environment. By joining Clover as a Merchandiser, learners become part of a structured programme that combines practical training, mentorship, and personal development, giving them a strong foundation for future success in the retail and sales sectors.
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