Operations & Admin Graduate - Clicks Group (Multiple Positions)
Starting at Clicks Group gives you genuine exposure to how a large pharmaceutical distribution operation runs. You'll move beyond theory into practical problem-solving in departments like Health and Safety or Finance, where every decision matters. The company is stable, well-structured, and invests in developing young talent—meaning you'll have clear mentorship and room to prove yourself. Working in UPD specifically means you're supporting healthcare across South Africa, which adds purpose to your work. After six months to a year, you'll have real, verifiable experience that makes you competitive for better roles, whether in operations management, finance, or compliance. From this graduate role, you could progress to junior supervisor or coordinator positions within 12-18 months, managing small teams or specific processes. After two years, many graduates move into specialist roles like Operations Officer, Finance Administrator, or Health and Safety Officer—roles requiring the hands-on knowledge you'll build here. Some pursue further study (NQF Level 5 or 6 qualifications) while working, opening doors to professional roles like Operations Manager or Compliance Officer. The pharmaceutical and logistics sector in South Africa is growing, so your experience here is highly transferable to other distribution companies or healthcare businesses. Tailor your CV to show any relevant coursework—even if your Diploma wasn't in a specific department, highlight modules in compliance, administration, or business management. If you did work-integrated learning (WIL) as part of your studies, mention it clearly; employers value practical exposure. Be explicit about why you're no longer on any bursary or learnership, as the company screens for this strictly. Include references from your studies or any internships, even informal work experience. A short cover letter explaining your interest in pharmaceuticals or operations is helpful but not essential. Avoid generic language; show you understand what UPD does. Check that your contact details are correct—many candidates miss calls from HR. Your matric or final qualification results aren't essential if you're already diploma-qualified, but clean presentation matters. Clicks Group is hiring four Diploma graduates to join United Pharmaceutical Distributors (UPD) in operations and administrative roles across Health and Safety, Finance, Warehouse, and Procurement departments. You'll support day-to-day operations, gain hands-on experience in a major pharmaceutical distribution company, and report directly to experienced departmental managers who'll mentor your growth.
