• Full Time
  • Kuruman, South Africa

Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is South Africa’s leading pharmaceutical retailer. Founded in 1978, it began as a small pharmacy in Mondeor, south of Johannesburg. Today, it remains privately owned and managed by its original founders. Dis-Chem has been recognized as the country’s top pharmacy chain by Professional Management Review.

Retail Store Assistant – Kuruman

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Qualification: Matric
  • Experience: Retail experience
  • Location: Northern Cape, Kuruman
  • Job Field: Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development

Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Kuruman store is looking for a Retail Store Assistant. In this role, you will help manage the store by handling operational and administrative tasks according to company policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12 / Matric
  • Basic computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, and SAP
  • Retail experience

Key Responsibilities

  • Report customer complaints and compliments to management
  • Build professional relationships with customers
  • Resolve customer stock queries
  • Communicate effectively with customers for feedback
  • Assist customers with inquiries and direct them to the right departments
  • Meet the company’s customer turnover per hour targets
  • Handle shorts and overs at the point of sale, including floats
  • Manage refunds and returns
  • Process back shopping and returned goods correctly
  • Check deliveries and invoices for accuracy
  • Help the Receiving Manager with Distribution Centre claims
  • Control high-risk stock
  • Prepare daily run reconciliations
  • Order and receive branch change to support cashiers
  • Maintain good communication with relevant teams
  • Keep accurate records for floats, petty cash, and cash on hand

Competencies

  • Knowledge of retail administration and operations
  • Team player with strong customer service skills
  • Leadership and management abilities
  • Trustworthy and honest
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Deadline-driven

Special Conditions of Employment

  • South African citizen
  • MIE and clear criminal and credit records
  • Driver’s license and own reliable transport

Remuneration and Benefits

  • Market-related salary
  • Medical aid
  • Provident fund
  • Staff account

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the company’s careers portal.

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