Pepkor invites young suitable candidates who meet all the necessary criteria to apply for W&R Seta Funded Learnerships programme 2025
Are you passionate about starting a career in the retail industry? Pepkor Lifestyle is now accepting applications for the Wholesale and Retail SETA (W&R SETA) funded Learnerships for 2025. This exciting 12-month opportunity is ideal for young, vibrant, and motivated individuals who are eager to gain real-world experience and build a career in the wholesale and retail sector.
What is the Pepkor W&R SETA Learnership Program?
The Pepkor Learnership Program 2025 is a 12-month W&R SETA-funded initiative designed to help unemployed youth develop critical retail skills while gaining hands-on experience across some of South Africa’s leading retail brands, including:
- HiFi Corporation
- Incredible Connection
- Bradlows
- Sleepmasters
- Russells
- Rochester
This learnership offers a gateway into the retail industry by blending structured learning with on-the-job training. It’s a great opportunity to kickstart your retail career and develop valuable skills in sales, customer service, merchandising, and more.
Learnership Opportunities Available Nationwide
We’re offering Retail Learnerships in all 9 provinces of South Africa, giving more candidates a chance to enter the world of work regardless of location.
What You’ll Learn During the 12-Month Program
As a Pepkor Learnership participant, you will gain experience in the following areas:
- Customer service and assisting on the shop floor
- Merchandising and in-store marketing
- Maintaining attractive and effective product displays
- English and Math fundamentals
- Recording sales transactions and using the POS system
- Understanding retail and wholesale operations
- Opening customer accounts
- Managing stock and reducing stock losses
Minimum Requirements to Apply
To qualify for the Pepkor W&R SETA Learnerships 2025, applicants must:
- Have a Grade 12 / Senior Certificate (Matric) or equivalent
- Be a South African citizen with no criminal record
- Be 18–35 years old (ideal age group for youth development)
- Applicants with or without disabilities are encouraged to apply
Preferred Skills and Competencies
We are looking for individuals who are:
- Positive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated
- Customer-focused and service-oriented
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Willing to learn and grow professionally
- Problem-solvers with a proactive attitude
- Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
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Why Choose a Pepkor Learnership?
By joining the Pepkor W&R SETA Learnership program, you gain:
- Practical experience in a well-established retail environment
- A nationally recognized qualification (on successful completion)
- The chance to build a long-term career within the Pepkor group
- Exposure to top retail brands and workplace mentorship
How to Apply
Click here to apply online for the Pepkor W&R SETA Funded Learnerships Programme 2025