About this role
Supply Chain Management Graduate Trainee Programme 2026
The FAIS Ombud is inviting qualified South African graduates to apply for its 12-month Supply Chain Management Graduate Trainee Programme in Pretoria. Applicants with a Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics can apply before 11 November 2026.
The FAIS Ombud is inviting suitably qualified South African graduates to apply for its Supply Chain Management Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 in Pretoria. The opportunity is designed for graduates who want to gain practical workplace experience, develop professional competencies and establish a foundation for a career in supply chain management or logistics.
The programme forms part of the FAIS Ombud’s Graduate Training Programme, a structured initiative intended to prepare competent graduates for entry into the labour market. Successful candidates will be placed in the Supply Chain Department for a period of 12 months, where they will receive competency-based training and guidance from a dedicated mentor.
The position is offered on a contract basis, with market-related remuneration. Applications must be submitted by 11 November 2026.
About the FAIS Ombud
The FAIS Ombud is a statutory office that handles complaints from members of the public against financial services providers. Its mandate includes helping resolve complaints in a procedurally fair, informal, economical and expeditious manner.
Through this graduate opportunity, the successful candidate will gain exposure to the operations of an established public institution while developing practical knowledge of supply chain processes. The programme also provides an opportunity to work in an environment involving experienced lawyers, financial planners, investigators and negotiators.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Supply Chain Management Graduate Trainee will be assigned to the Supply Chain Department and exposed to several core operational functions. The training is intended to develop the candidate’s understanding of procurement, supplier relationships and the effective management of resources.
Key performance areas include:
- Demand Planning
The trainee will gain exposure to demand planning, which involves forecasting and anticipating customer or organisational requirements. This process helps ensure that appropriate inventory and resources are available when needed, supporting efficient operations and service delivery.
- Supplier Selection
The programme will provide practical insight into identifying and selecting suitable suppliers. This includes understanding the importance of supplier reliability, cost-effectiveness and the ability to deliver goods or services that meet organisational requirements.
- Negotiation and Contract Management
The trainee will learn about supplier negotiations and contract management. These activities involve working towards favourable terms, maintaining appropriate supplier agreements and supporting procurement processes that deliver value to the organisation.
- Supplier Performance Monitoring
The successful candidate will also be exposed to supplier performance monitoring. This involves assessing whether suppliers meet agreed standards for quality, reliability and delivery timelines. Effective monitoring helps organisations identify problems and maintain productive supplier relationships.
These responsibilities offer graduates an opportunity to connect academic knowledge with practical workplace requirements while developing skills relevant to supply chain and logistics careers.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for the FAIS Ombud Supply Chain Management Graduate Trainee Programme, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a Diploma at NQF Level 6 or a Degree at NQF Level 7 in Supply Chain Management or Logistics.
- Be a South African citizen with a valid South African identity document.
- Demonstrate a strong academic background and high levels of integrity.
- Have a genuine interest in public service and a desire to work in the financial sector.
- Be computer literate.
- Be energetic, self-driven and capable of meeting deadlines.
- Be willing to learn, work extra hours when required and operate effectively in a stressful environment.
Applicants should ensure that they meet the stated educational and citizenship requirements before submitting their applications.
Skills and Competencies
The programme is suited to graduates who are interested in understanding how supply chain functions support an organisation’s day-to-day operations. Successful candidates should be prepared to work in a structured environment, manage competing priorities and learn from experienced professionals.
Strong integrity, attention to detail, computer literacy and the ability to meet deadlines will be important in carrying out the responsibilities associated with the position. A willingness to adapt, accept guidance and develop new professional skills will also support successful participation in the programme.
Programme Benefits
The 12-month graduate traineeship offers several development opportunities. Graduates will receive mentorship and competency-based training within the Supply Chain Department, helping them build practical workplace knowledge.
Participants will also gain exposure to a statutory office that deals with complaints involving financial services providers. Working alongside experienced professionals from different disciplines may broaden their understanding of public service, institutional operations and the wider financial sector.
The programme can help graduates strengthen their professional skills and gain experience relevant to future opportunities in supply chain management, logistics, procurement and related fields.
Employment Equity
The FAIS Ombud has indicated that preference will be given to applicants from the black designated group and people living with disabilities to support the achievement of its employment equity targets.
All applicants should ensure that the information supplied in their applications is accurate and that they provide the required supporting documentation.
Contract Duration, Location and Salary
The key details of the opportunity are as follows:
- Programme: Supply Chain Management Graduate Trainee
- Organisation: FAIS Ombud
- Reference Number: REC26-10
- Location: Pretoria
- Duration: 12 months
- Job Type: Contract
- Work Level: Student
- Salary: Market-related
- Closing Date: 11 November 2026
The advertised listing does not provide a specific salary figure. Applicants should therefore refer to the official recruitment platform for any additional information about remuneration and employment conditions.
Closing Remarks
The FAIS Ombud Supply Chain Management Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 provides an opportunity for qualified graduates to gain 12 months of structured workplace training in Pretoria. With mentorship and exposure to demand planning, supplier selection, contract management and supplier performance monitoring, the programme may help graduates strengthen their readiness for the supply chain and logistics labour market.
Eligible South African citizens with a Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics are encouraged to review the official vacancy requirements and apply before 11 November 2026.