Coca-Cola Beverages SA Sales Learnership 2025: Kickstart Your Career
Location: George, Western Cape, South Africa
Salary: Stipend (amount to be confirmed by CCBSA)
Job Type: 12-Month Learnership (National Certificate: Marketing, NQF Level 4)
Application Deadline: 20 May 2025
Reference Number: CCB250513-4
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA), a global leader in beverages, is offering an exciting Sales Learnership opportunity in George, Western Cape. This 12-month programme is designed for young, dynamic, unemployed South Africans to gain practical sales experience, earn a National Certificate: Marketing (NQF Level 4), and build a foundation for a rewarding career in the commercial sector.
About CCBSA
As part of The Coca-Cola Company’s largest bottling partner in Africa, CCBSA produces and distributes iconic brands like Coca-Cola, Sprite, and Fanta across South Africa. With a commitment to community development, sustainability, and youth empowerment, CCBSA’s learnerships provide hands-on training to drive volume growth, enhance customer service, and uphold merchandising standards in a fast-paced industry.
Programme Overview
The Sales Learnership equips participants with the skills to excel in sales and marketing within a designated geographical area. Learners will report to the Team Leader: Sales and complete 120 credits over 12 months to qualify for the National Certificate: Marketing (NQF Level 4).
Key Learning Areas
- Commercial Sales: Understand market dynamics and strategies to grow sales volume.
- Customer Care & Management: Build relationships and address client needs effectively.
- Marketing Essentials: Learn core principles of brand promotion and market engagement.
- Merchandising Standards: Implement and monitor product displays for direct and indirect customers.
- Management Essentials: Develop leadership and organizational skills.
- Communication: Master professional interaction with customers and teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate order-taking processes to ensure seamless transactions.
- Execute merchandising standards to enhance product visibility.
- Engage with customers to drive sales and resolve queries.
- Monitor and report on sales activities within the designated area.
- Collaborate with the sales team to meet business objectives.
What You’ll Gain
- Nationally Recognized Qualification: Earn a National Certificate: Marketing (NQF Level 4).
- Practical Experience: Gain hands-on skills in sales, customer management, and merchandising.
- Career Foundation: Build a pathway to roles in sales, marketing, or customer service.
- Stipend: Receive financial support during the 12-month programme.
- Industry Exposure: Work with a globally respected brand in a dynamic environment.
Eligibility Criteria
- Education:
- Grade 12/Matric with Mathematics or Mathematics Literacy (minimum 40%) and two South African languages (minimum 40%).
- Diploma or Degree in any field (advantageous but not essential).
- Experience: No prior work experience required; must not have completed the same learnership/qualification elsewhere.
- Licenses: Valid driver’s license (advantageous but not mandatory).
- Age: Between 18 and 35 years old.
- Citizenship: South African citizen.
- Employment Status: Must be unemployed at the time of appointment.
- Diversity: Preference for Employment Equity candidates, aligning with CCBSA’s transformation goals.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Analytical and numerical ability for sales tracking.
- Outgoing, confident, and able to build positive relationships.
- Assertive, persuasive, and skilled in negotiation.
- Innovative problem-solving and openness to change.
- Self-disciplined, organized, and able to work under pressure.
- High energy and drive to meet targets.
How to Apply
- Prepare Your Documents:
- Detailed CV highlighting your qualifications and skills.
- Certified copy of Matric certificate.
- Certified copy of any additional qualifications (e.g., diploma or degree, if applicable).
- Copy of driver’s license (if available).
- Certified copy of ID.
- Submit Your Application: Apply online via the CCBSA careers portal at careers.ccbsa.co.za.
- Search for Unemployed Learner Sales – George (Reference: CCB250513-4).
- Complete the application form and upload all required documents.
- Deadline: Submit by 20 May 2025 at 23:59. Late applications will not be considered.
- Follow Up: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear back within 30 days of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Application Tips
- Tailor Your CV: Emphasize your communication skills, enthusiasm, and any customer-facing experience, even if informal.
- Ensure Certifications: All documents must be certified to avoid disqualification.
- Check Eligibility: Confirm you haven’t previously completed a similar learnership to remain eligible.
- Contact Support: For queries, reach out to CCBSA at +27 11 490 1000 or via the careers portal’s contact form.
Why Join CCBSA?
- Global Brand: Work with a household name trusted worldwide, offering exposure to best-in-class sales practices.
- Youth Empowerment: CCBSA’s learnerships are designed to uplift unemployed youth, with a focus on Employment Equity candidates.
- Career Growth: Gain a nationally recognized qualification and skills that open doors in sales and marketing.
- Supportive Environment: Benefit from mentorship and a collaborative team culture, as praised by employees: “CCBSA invests in your growth and provides a platform to succeed.”
Take the Next Step
Seize this opportunity to join Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa and launch your sales career in George! Apply now at careers.ccbsa.co.za before 20 May 2025 and become part of a dynamic team driving refreshment and opportunity across South Africa.
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