Meat Processing & Supply Chain Graduate Programme

Shoprite Group of Companies; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoprite Group of Companies in South Africa offers a Meat Processing & Supply Chain Graduate Programme designed to develop graduates into future leaders across butcheries, meat processing plants and related activities. Participants gain hands-on experience across operations, exposure to meat markets, and mentorship to build a long‑term career within the business.

Preference is given to graduates in Logistics, Cost Accounting, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance or Engineering, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Recent graduates are sought in Logistics / Cost Accounting / Supply Chain / Quality Assurance / Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
• Programme aims to develop future leaders with hands‑on exposure across Meat Markets and related activities.

Responsibilities

• Gain extensive exposure across Meat Markets to develop operational knowledge.
• Progress through areas from butcheries to meat processing plants with practical, on‑the‑job learning.

Skills

Leadership potential

Problem-solving

Customer focus

Accountability

Resilience

Education

Engineering degree

Logistics/SC/QA degree

Job description

Meat Processing & Supply Chain Graduate Programme

Details

Closing Date 2026/09/30

Reference Number SHO260817-8

Job Title Meat Processing & Supply Chain Graduate Programme

Job Type Full Time

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Nationwide

Location - Town or City Brackenfell, Durban, Gauteng & Benoni

Job Category Retail

About the role

The Meat Processing & Supply Chain graduate programme aims at attracting Logistics / Cost Accounting / Supply Chain / Quality Assurance / Electronical or Mechanical Engineering or relevantly qualified graduates to join the leading fast-moving consumer goods retailer in Africa in our Butcheries, Meat Processing Plant and related activities.

"Our Group and all its operating companies are committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included."

What you'll do

The programme is designed to provide you with extensive exposure and valuable hands‑on experience as you progress through the various areas within Meat Markets. You will gain in-depth operational knowledge and practical skills that cannot simply be acquired through formal study or purchased elsewhere. This exclusive opportunity is available to a select group of graduates who are committed to making a meaningful difference, adding value, and building a successful career within the business.

What you bring

Delegates selected for the programme should demonstrate a strong desire to learn, a positive attitude, leadership potential, and a commitment to building a long-term career within Meat Markets. Preference should be given to individuals who display resilience, accountability, customer focus, problem‑solving ability, and the willingness to embrace the practical and operational demands of the business. The programme seeks to develop future leaders who are passionate about making a meaningful contribution and adding value to the organisation.