Requirement to Become a Supplier in South Africa

How much is a trading license in South Africa?

To pay, you must first pay a fee of R 1350. In general, R125 is the highest amount for a private company (no membership required), while R475 is the highest amount for a non-profit company (no membership required). If you sell food or meals from a vehicle or from anywhere on the street, you must obtain a permit.

How to become a Supplier to Spar in South Africa?

With more than 850 branches nationwide, Spar Group Ltd, is one of the biggest retailers in South Africa. Many of these branches are franchise stores that are owned and run by independent entrepreneurs.

To supply to Spar in South Africa, the following is required: 

• Certificate of Acceptability for food premises as is required by the Foodstuffs Cosmetics and Disinfectant Act (Act 54 of 1972) Regulation 962. 
• Comply with legal and industry related regulations under the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications, Department of Health, Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, and Department of Trade and Industry. 
• Registered businesses shall have necessary licenses and permits. 
• Refer to the South African National Standard 10049 and/or CODEX with regards to management of food hygiene and safety. 
• Facilities that want to export products from South Africa will have a relevant, approved establishment certificate(s). 

How do I register as a supplier in South Africa?

All existing and prospective suppliers are requested to self- register on the CSD by accessing the National Treasury website at www.CSD.gov.za. All SARS tenders are published on the National Treasury’s e-Tender Publications Portal, at the following website: www.etenders.gov.za and the SARS website.

How to become a Supplier at Pick n Pay Store in South Africa?

To work at a Pick n Pay store you will need the following:

• A South African ID
• Be able to work retail hours, including weekends and Public Holidays
• A minimum qualification of Grade 10-12 (or equivalent)
• Pick n Pay Group reserves the right to conduct Employee Verification Checks, including but not limited to Criminal and Credit Checks