What is Tiger Brands and what kinds of jobs they offer
Tiger Brands is one of South Africa’s largest fast‑moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies, producing a wide range of food and household goods.
As an employer, Tiger Brands offers a broad variety of roles across many functions — from manufacturing, engineering and quality assurance, to supply chain, finance, marketing, human resources, Learnerships, Internships and more.
They also run structured programmes for juniors, students, and recent graduates:
- Graduate / “Future Leaders” Development programmes.
- Internships, Workplace Experience & Work‑Integrated Learning (WIL) arrangements.
- Learnerships, particularly for manufacturing or technical roles — often coordinated in partnership with training agencies.
In short: whether you’re experienced or just starting out, there’s a variety of entry points.
What working there involves — culture & benefits
Tiger Brands values people who are innovative, collaborative and driven, with an “African FMCG” mindset.
Employees can expect:
- Exposure to Africa‑wide markets and experience working across a large FMCG footprint.
- Structured development opportunities — training, mentorship, and pathways for growth.
- Flexible working arrangements and a combination of financial/non‑financial benefits.
For young people, interns or work‑experience students: the company offers a chance to work on real projects, gain practical skills, and potentially transition into permanent roles after graduation.
How to apply
If you want to apply for a role at Tiger Brands, here’s how to do it:
- Go to their official careers portal and choose “Current Opportunities.”
- Register / create an online profile: you’ll need a valid email address. Upload a detailed CV (ideally PDF), and any supporting documents (ID, certificates, transcripts, cover letter if needed).
- Browse and filter job listings: use search or filter options (e.g., by location, department, job type) to find roles that match your background and interests.
- Apply to positions that match your profile: click “Apply”, complete the application steps, upload required documents, and submit. You should receive a confirmation email.
- If selected: prepare for next steps — interviews or assessments. It helps to familiarise yourself with Tiger Brands, reflect on how your skills align with their values, and be ready to articulate what you can bring to their team.
Tips & Considerations
- If you’re a recent graduate or still studying: look out for graduate programmes, internships or Workplace Experience (WIL) roles — these are actively offered.
- Only apply for positions that match your skills and background — quality over quantity tends to pay off.
- Ensure all documentation is complete: CV, certifications, transcripts, ID copy — missing documents may lead to rejection.
- Be patient: for learnerships and internships especially, there may be screening and fixed‑term contracts.
- Keep checking the portal regularly for new openings.
