Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is the leading pharmaceutical retailer in South Africa. Established in 1978, Dis-Chem started as a small pharmacy in Mondeor, south of Johannesburg. Today, the group is still privately owned and run by the original founders. Dis-Chem has been rated as the country’s best pharmacy chain by Professional Management Review.
Cosmetic Frontshop Assistant – Optenhorst, Paarl North
Cosmetic Frontshop Assistant – Optenhorst, Paarl North
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification Matric
- Experience 1 year
- Location Western Cape
- City Paarl
- Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development
Job Description
Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires a Cosmetic Frontshop Assistant for their Optenhorst store in Paarl North. The role involves upholding merchandising standards while supporting customer service at the point of sale, in line with Dis-Chem policies and procedures.
Minimum Requirements
Essential:
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Minimum of 0 – 6 months retail experience
- Minimum 1 year experience within a retail environment in cosmetics
- Certification in retail or a related field
- Computer literate – MS Office
Job Responsibilities
- Ensure full ranges of products are always on the shelves and neatly presented.
- Check stock on shelves to ensure it has not reached its sell-by date.
- Restock merchandise as needed to support maximum sales.
- Handle accurate cash flow.
- Ensure all line voids and price changes are approved and signed by a supervisor.
- Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returns when authorized.
- Process all purchases, including cash, cards, vouchers, coupons, and other accepted payments.
- Store and pack delivered stock or stock from the storeroom in the correct place immediately.
- Provide friendly, helpful, and courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
- Follow up on out-of-stock queries using the customer service out-of-stock list.
- Place cash in the drop safe according to Dis-Chem standard operating procedures.
- Verify all payments according to Dis-Chem verification procedures.
- Follow Dis-Chem security policies and procedures.
- Keep your code and password secure, restricted to your use only, and change it regularly.
- Ensure all outgoing stock or items are scanned and paid for.
- Adhere to Dis-Chem policies and standard operating procedures.
- Follow health and safety rules and regulations.
Competencies
Essential:
- Computer literate – MS Office
- Customer oriented with attention to detail
- English – able to speak, read, and write
- Knowledge of merchandising standards and the FMCG industry, including working with planograms, category knowledge, promotions, personal selling, sales targets, customer liaison, and product knowledge
- Basic arithmetic skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
- Emotional intelligence
- Accountability
- Problem solving
- Trustworthy, honest, and good time management
Advantageous:
- Knowledge of a third additional language
Special Conditions of Employment
- Willing and able to work retail hours
- Reliable transport and/or reside close to the store
- South African citizen
- Clear credit and criminal records
Remuneration and Benefits
- Market-related salary
- Medical aid
- Provident fund
- Staff account
Closing Date: 02 January 2026
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Dis-Chem careers portal.
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