• Full Time
  • Paarl, South Africa

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

  • 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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