Shoprite Group Graduate Programme β Logistics and Supply Chain ( Cape Town | Durban | Centurion | Gqeberha)
Job Description
The Shoprite Group of Companies, Africa's largest food retailer operating across 30 countries with over 3,000 stores and 150,000+ employees, is inviting Logistics and Transport Management graduates to apply for its prestigious Graduate Programme in Transport and Fleet Management and with placements available across Cape Town, Durban, Centurion, and Gqeberha.
Shoprite's Supply Chain division runs one of the largest and most sophisticated transport and logistics operations on the African continent, moving millions of products daily to feed South African families. This graduate programme places you at the heart of that operation rotating through various departments within Shoprite's Transport Operations to give you the broadest, most practical exposure possible to real FMCG transport management.
Graduates are thoroughly integrated into the business from day one not placed on the sidelines. The programme is specifically designed to equip young logistics and transport professionals with the knowledge, skills, and operational exposure that are vital for long-term success in supply chain leadership.
With multiple rotation cycles, world-class mentorship, and access to Shoprite's extensive infrastructure, this is one of the most valuable graduate programmes available to Transport and Logistics graduates in South Africa today.
No prior work experience is required.
Key Learning & Exposure Areas
Practical, hands-on exposure to a fast-paced transport environment within the FMCG sector
Rotation through key departments within Shoprite's Transport Operations across multiple sites
Continuous learning through structured training, mentorship, and real-world project work
Process evaluation and observation across fleet management, route planning, and transport coordination
Exposure to transport cost analysis, fleet performance monitoring, and driver management
Participation in operational planning, logistics optimisation, and supply chain decision-making
Engagement with cross-functional teams across Supply Chain, Distribution, and Retail Operations
Skills & Competencies
Strong interpersonal and communication skills β written and verbal
Computer literate β proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Strong planning and organisational ability
Ability to interact confidently and present findings to stakeholders
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
Creative and conceptual thinking ability
Leadership potential β ability to make sound decisions under pressure
Adaptable and resilient β able to cope effectively in a high-pressure, fast-moving environment
Enterprising mindset with a strong drive to perform and deliver results
Salary: R18,000 β R24,000 per month (Salary not specified by employer estimated based on Shoprite graduate programme and South African FMCG logistics graduate market rates, 2025/2026)
How to Apply
Use the links below :
Graduate Programme - Transport / Fleet click here
Supply Chain Graduate programme Click here
Requirements
Qualifications β one of the following:
BCom Transport Management
BCom Logistics Management / Supply Chain Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Transport Economics
Or an equivalent qualification in a relevant logistics or supply chain field
BCOM Supply Chain / Logistics Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Transport Economics
BCOM Operations Research
BSC Quantitative Management
BCOM International Trade / Busines
Experience:
No prior work experience required (recent graduates and final year students in their completion year are encouraged to apply)
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