About
About
Pick n Pay is one of South Africa’s best-known supermarket groups (Pick n Pay, Boxer, Clothing, Liquor, asap! delivery). Founded 1967 in Cape Town; SA head office Kenilworth, Cape Town, Western Cape. Sector: Retail & FMCG. Size: see Pick n Pay integrated report for current headcount (tens of thousands across SA and Africa).
Entry routes
- Stores (cashier, packer, shelf packer, deli/bakery, supervisor): typically Grade 10-12, SA citizen/PR, 18+. Ongoing.
- Distribution and supply chain (drivers, DC staff, buyers, planners): licence/experience where relevant. Ongoing.
- Support office (IT, finance, HR, marketing, data): degree/diploma + experience. Ongoing.
- Youth: learnerships, internships, YES initiative and bursaries. Seasonal intakes – check portal.
Programmes
- Graduate: management and specialist tracks; typical intake early year; check portal for dates.
- Learnership (retail operations): youth with matric or less; intakes through the year.
- Bursary: students in retail-related fields; apply when open.
- Internship/YES: work experience for unemployed youth; intakes vary.
What to expect
Locations: stores nationwide plus Cape Town support office. Common roles: store teams, drivers, DC staff, buyers, IT/finance. Note: applications run through the Pick n Pay careers portal with store, supply chain and support-office streams. Progression: cashier to supervisor to store manager; trainee manager tracks in buying and operations.
How to apply
Start at Pick n Pay careers and follow the store, supply chain or support-office stream. Never pay to apply.
FAQs
How do I apply for a Pick n Pay store job?
Via the careers portal – choose the store operations stream, register and apply per vacancy.
Does Pick n Pay hire without experience?
Yes – learnerships and YES placements are built for first-time job seekers.
Does Pick n Pay offer bursaries?
Bursary and study support appear among youth offerings – check the portal for open applications.
Last verified: 19 September 2026. Sources: pnp.co.za/careers.
