VKB Group (NTK Retail) Learnership Program 2025 – Retail Trainee Marketer

If you’re fresh out of school or looking to start your career in sales, retail, or agriculture, this might be the perfect launchpad for you. The VKB Group, one of South Africa’s leading agri-businesses, is hiring Learner Branch Marketers to join its NTK Retail division in Steilloop, Limpopo.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who’s eager to learn, loves helping people, and wants to grow in a fast-paced retail and customer service environment.

What Is VKB Group and NTK Retail?

VKB is more than just a name in agriculture. It’s a large South African agri-group rooted in farming and food production. Through brands like VKB, GWK, and NTK Retail, the group supports farmers and communities across the country.

From farm supplies and fertilizers to food and retail products, VKB is involved in every part of the food supply chain. As a Learner Branch Marketer, you’ll be part of the team that keeps things running at the store level—serving customers, managing products, and learning on the job.

Minimum Requirements

To apply, you need to meet the following basic criteria:

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification
• No criminal record
• Willingness to learn and work hard
• Experience in retail or customer service will be a bonus, but it’s not required

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll learn the ropes of retail sales, product marketing, and stock management in a hands-on role where you can build real-world skills.

Key responsibilities:

• Help market and promote products to walk-in customers
• Handle stock control and ensure products are always available on the shelves
• Keep the store neat, clean, and organized
• Assist with merchandising and product displays
• Solve customer queries within your scope
• Replenish stock as needed and monitor product movement

Skills That Will Make You Stand Out

• Good decision-making and problem-solving ability
• A team player with a strong work ethic
• Reliable and detail-oriented
• Good communication and people skills
• Able to organize, plan, and follow through on tasks
• Resilient and ready to work in a dynamic retail environment
• Passion for customer service and relationship building

Why This Job Could Be the Right Start for You

This role is ideal for anyone looking to start a career in:

• Retail and customer service
• Sales and product marketing
• Agriculture and rural commerce

You’ll gain hands-on experience in store operations, sales strategy, and client interaction—all while being trained by one of South Africa’s most respected agri-retail companies.

And since it’s a permanent post, this could be the start of a long-term career with real advancement opportunities.

How to Apply

To apply, go to the VKB Careers Portal, search for the Learner Branch Marketer – Steilloop position, and upload your CV via the link below:

Closing Date: Monday, 15 April 2025

Please note that VKB reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier if needed. If you don’t hear back within 14 days, consider your application unsuccessful.