Clicks Group invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the United Pharmaceutical Distributors Graduate Programme 2026/2027.
Graduate Programme Application Closing Date: 22 July 2026
Graduate Programme Location: Lea Glen and Rand Leases, Roodepoort, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Clicks Group UPD Graduate Programme 2026/2027
Clicks Group is recruiting graduates to join the Operations and Administration departments of United Pharmaceutical Distributors, commonly known as UPD.
The 12-month W&R SETA Graduate Programme is aimed at unemployed graduates who have completed relevant diplomas or degrees and have no previous work experience.
Successful candidates will be placed at the UPD Lea Glen and Rand Leases branches in Johannesburg and will report to the relevant departmental managers.
Graduate Programme Overview
Company: Clicks Group
Business unit: United Pharmaceutical Distributors
Programme: W&R SETA Graduate Programme 2026/2027
Listing reference: click_025716
Contract type: Fixed-term contract
Duration: 12 months
Remuneration: Market-related
Age requirement: 18 to 35 years
Location: Lea Glen and Rand Leases, Roodepoort
Closing date: 22 July 2026
Application method: Online
Available Graduate Opportunities
Graduates may be placed in the following business areas:
- Operations and Supply Chain
- Infrastructure
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Learning and Development
- Training
- Key Account Management
- Warehouse Management
- Logistics
Applicants should apply only where their completed qualification matches one of the advertised disciplines.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Have completed Grade 12 or Matric.
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Have completed an eligible diploma or degree.
- Be unemployed when applying.
- Have no previous work experience.
- Be available for the full 12-month programme.
- Be willing to work at the Johannesburg branches.
Operations and Warehouse Management Qualifications
Applicants interested in Operations, Warehouse Management and Supply Chain opportunities must have completed one of the following degrees:
- BCom in Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor of Logistics
- BBA in Logistics
- BCom in Operations Management
- Another relevant Warehouse Management qualification
Finance Degree Qualifications
Applicants may qualify with a completed degree in:
- Bachelor of Commerce in Finance
- BCom Financial Management
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Bachelor of Commerce in Economics
Logistics and Supply Chain Qualifications
Eligible qualifications include:
- BCom Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- BCom Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor of Logistics
- BBA in Logistics
Human Resources Qualifications
Human Resources applicants must have completed:
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
Learning and Development Qualifications
Applicants interested in Learning and Development or Training opportunities must have completed:
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
The successful graduates may gain exposure to employee development, training administration and workplace learning activities.
Finance Diploma Qualifications
Finance applicants with diplomas may qualify if they have completed:
- Diploma in Financial Management
- Diploma in Accounting
- Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting
- Diploma in Internal Auditing
- Diploma in Banking
Infrastructure Qualifications
Infrastructure opportunities are available to graduates with diplomas in:
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Management
- Building
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Infrastructure Management
Key Account Management Qualifications
Applicants interested in Key Account Management should have completed a diploma in:
- Marketing Management
- Business Management
- Sales Management
- Retail Business Management
Purpose of the Graduate Programme
The programme gives graduates an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience within the pharmaceutical wholesale and distribution industry.
Depending on the department, successful candidates may receive exposure to:
- Warehouse operations
- Inventory management
- Supply chain processes
- Logistics and distribution
- Financial administration
- Human Resources
- Training coordination
- Infrastructure projects
- Customer-account support
- Sales administration
- Business reporting
- Office administration
Skills Applicants Should Demonstrate
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Good communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Organisational ability
- Time management
- Willingness to learn
- Professional conduct
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Customer-service awareness
- Reliability and accountability
Documents Applicants Should Prepare
Applicants should prepare:
- An updated CV.
- A copy of their South African identity document.
- A copy of their Matric certificate.
- Certified copies of completed qualifications.
- A complete academic transcript.
- Any additional documents requested on the application portal.
The CV should clearly state that the applicant is unemployed and has no previous formal work experience.
How to Apply for Clicks Group UPD Graduate Programme 2026/2027
Applications must be submitted through the official Clicks Group careers platform.
Click here to apply for Clicks Group UPD Graduate Programme 2026/2027
Use the following details to identify the programme:
Programme title: UPD Graduate Programme 2026 – Lea Glen and Rand Leases
Listing reference: click_025716
Applicants should complete the online application form and upload all requested documents before the closing date.
Graduate Programme Application Closing Date
Applications close on 22 July 2026.
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.
Application Outcome
Applicants who do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Only shortlisted candidates may receive further communication.
Employment Equity
The programme is designated as an Employment Equity opportunity.
Appointments may be made in line with Clicks Group’s Employment Equity requirements and business needs.
Important Application Advice
Before submitting an application, confirm that:
- You are between 18 and 35 years old.
- You have completed Matric.
- You have an eligible diploma or degree.
- You are currently unemployed.
- You have no previous work experience.
- Your academic transcript is attached.
- Your CV contains updated contact details.
- You have selected a field aligned with your qualification.
- Your application is submitted before 22 July 2026.
About United Pharmaceutical Distributors
United Pharmaceutical Distributors is part of Clicks Group and operates in South Africa’s pharmaceutical wholesale and distribution sector.
UPD supplies pharmaceutical and healthcare products while supporting pharmacies and healthcare customers through warehousing, logistics, administration and distribution services.