Location: Sandton, Johannesburg
Duration: 24 Months
Role Overview
The SAB DynamX Trainee Programme is a world-class accelerated leadership initiative. Over 24 months, you will rotate through four different business areas (6 months each) to gain a 360-degree view of how a global FMCG leader operates. This is not just an internship; it is a pathway to a permanent leadership role at South African Breweries.
Key Disciplines Invited
We are looking for graduates from the following backgrounds:
- Commercial: Marketing & Psychology
- Technical: Engineering & Technology
- Support: Finance & Human Resources
- Supply: Logistics & Supply Chain
What’s in it for You?
- Rotational Experience: 4 x 6-month stints in different departments.
- Mentorship: Direct access to senior leaders and dedicated career coaches.
- Hands-on Impact: Ownership of real-world business projects from day one.
- Growth: A clear pathway into permanent management roles.
Requirements
- A completed Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- South African citizenship.
- Strong leadership potential and an “Owner” mindset.
- Willingness to learn in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
Company Profile: South African Breweries (SAB)
SAB (an AB InBev company) is the heart of the South African beverage industry. They operate on a “Dream-People-Culture” philosophy.
- The Owner Mindset: This is their most important cultural pillar. They want people who take responsibility, treat company resources as their own, and are never satisfied with the status quo.
- Meritocracy: SAB is famous for being a place where your results matter more than your age. If you deliver, you grow fast.
- Learning Philosophy: They use the 70-20-10 Learning Model to develop their trainees.
Career Advice: How to Stand Out
- Be a “Generalist Specialist”: Even if you are an Accountant, show that you understand how Logistics affects the bottom line. SAB loves cross-functional curiosity.
- Demonstrate Resilience: The brewing industry is 24/7 and fast-paced. Highlight “Grit”—the ability to stay calm and effective when things get difficult.
- Know the Sustainability Goals: Research SAB’s “100+ Sustainability Goals” regarding water stewardship, circular packaging, and climate action.
Possible Interview Questions (STAR Method)
SAB uses behavioral interviewing to see if you fit their high-pressure culture.
- Ownership: “Tell me about a time you saw a problem that wasn’t ‘your job’ but you fixed it anyway. What was the result?”
- Adaptability: “You will change departments every 6 months. How do you plan to add value to a team in a field you know nothing about?”
- Data-Driven: “Describe a time you used data or technology to improve a process or solve a conflict.”
- Conflict: “Tell me about a time you had to deliver a result with a team that didn’t agree with your approach.”