Hiring Now | Workplace Experience Student (Personal Care Brand Management) | Isando, Gauteng | 12-Month Contract

Tiger Brands, one of Africa’s largest fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturers, is offering an exciting 12-month Workplace Experience Student opportunity within its Personal Care Brand Management team based in Isando, Gauteng. This Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) programme is designed for ambitious, passionate, and driven marketing graduates looking to gain practical industry exposure, build core brand management skills, and kickstart their commercial careers. Working on-site in Isando, successful candidates will support cross-functional projects, manage brand promotion executions, handle agency deliverables, oversee budget trackers, and analyze consumer insights. If you hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or a related commercial field and require practical work experience, Tiger Brands provides the ultimate platform to grow. Apply today before applications close.

Job Overview

About the Role

Tiger Brands is dedicated to nurturing young talent and providing real-world commercial experience. The Personal Care division houses leading household brands, making this workplace learning programme a high-impact stepping stone into South Africa’s FMCG sector.

As a Workplace Experience Student, you will work closely with experienced Brand Managers to translate consumer and shopper insights into actionable marketing strategies. You will take ownership of daily administrative workflows, manage purchase orders (POs) and budget reconciliations, coordinate agency deliverables, and execute consumer-facing promotional campaigns. Completing this 12-month program prepares you to progress to higher-level brand management positions with a solid understanding of FMCG operations.

Key Responsibilities

Brand Strategy & Consumer Promotions

• Collaborate with Brand Managers to develop consumer and shopper insight-driven brand strategies.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute consumer-facing brand promotional activities aligned with annual brand plans.

• Manage day-to-day communication with approved marketing and advertising agencies to ensure deliverables meet brand standards and timelines.

Financial & Budget Management

• Actively assist in category budget management by creating purchase orders (POs).

• Maintain and update the monthly brand budget tracker and assist with budget reconciliations.

• Track promotional expenditure to ensure projects stay within allocated financial parameters.

Operational Support & Work-Integrated Learning Project

• Complete a designated Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) project assigned by your Line Manager alongside a cross-functional team.

• Handle general administrative tasks to support the smooth operation of the Personal Care category team.

• Identify operational bottlenecks and problem-solve daily brand management issues proactively.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Brand Management, Communication, or a related commercial field.

• Official Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) requirement letter from your tertiary institution.

General Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a South African Citizen with valid work authorization.

• Must not have worked full-time in your field of study for more than 1 year.

• Based in or willing to relocate to Isando, Gauteng for the duration of the 12-month contract.

Application Document Checklist

To ensure your application is processed, you must attach certified copies of the following:

1. Updated Comprehensive CV

2. Matric Certificate (Grade 12)

3. South African ID Document

4. Complete Academic Transcripts / Tertiary Academic Record

5. Official Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) requirement letter from your institution

Core Values

Ownership & Initiative

Treating assigned projects with personal responsibility and taking proactive steps to solve operational challenges.

Continuous Learning

Thriving on feedback, developing new commercial skills, and understanding the role of people within cross-functional teams.

Commercial Integrity

Maintaining meticulous budget tracking, accurate PO creation, and alignment with corporate governance standards.

Expected Workspace Career Progression

Completing a 12-month Workplace Experience Programme at Tiger Brands provides a clear trajectory into permanent FMCG brand management:

Workplace Experience Student → Junior Brand Manager / Assistant Brand Manager → Brand Manager → Senior Brand Manager → Marketing Manager

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closing date for this Tiger Brands vacancy?

The closing date for Job Requisition JR001979 is 22 July 2026. Candidates must apply immediately due to the tight deadline.

Where is the position located?

The position is strictly Onsite in Isando, Gauteng.

What happens if I do not receive a response?

If you have not received feedback within 21 days of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. Preference may be given to candidates in accordance with Tiger Brands’ Employment Equity plan.

How to Apply

To apply for the Workplace Experience Student (JR001979) position at Tiger Brands, submit your application online through the official corporate portal. Ensure all required documents (CV, Matric, ID, Transcripts, and WIL Letter) are attached prior to submission.

• Job Reference: JR001979

• Closing Date: 22 July 2026 (Apply immediately)

• Employment Equity: Tiger Brands is committed to diversity and employment equity targets.

👉 Apply Online via the Official Recruitment Portal

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