Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Division: Retail
Location: Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Experience Level: Entry Level
Industry: FMCG / Health & Wellness
Date Posted: 27 October 2025
Closing Date: 10 November 2025
About Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is a leading retail pharmacy and health-focused brand in South Africa, committed to delivering excellent customer service while offering high-quality health, wellness, and retail products. The company provides career growth opportunities across its retail and dispensary divisions, supporting employees to develop their professional skills in a dynamic work environment.
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Position Overview
Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Longships Mall store in Plettenberg Bay is seeking a Frontshop Assistant to maintain merchandising standards and provide excellent customer service at the point of sale. This role ensures that all retail operations run smoothly while complying with Dis-Chem policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
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Ensure shelves are fully stocked, neatly presented, and products are within sell-by dates
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Restock merchandise as needed to maximise sales
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Follow up on all customer out-of-stock queries promptly
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Store and pack delivered stock correctly and on time
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Maintain accurate displays, labels, and pricing; report discrepancies to management
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Keep the storeroom organized, neat, and tidy
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Assist with back shopping and loading/off-loading of stock
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Handle merchandise carefully to prevent losses
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Process purchases, payments, exchanges, and loyalty programs accurately
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Ensure cash handling and drop safe procedures are followed
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Facilitate regular stock rotation and adhere to stock control processes
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Assist with stock counting, general stocktaking, and reporting of damaged/expired stock
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Provide professional, courteous, and helpful service to all customers
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Assist with training of new and existing team members
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Follow Dis-Chem Policies, SOPs, Health & Safety, and uniform requirements
Minimum Requirements
Essential:
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Grade 12 / Matric or Senior Certificate
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0–6 months retail experience
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Knowledge of retail operations and administration
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Strong problem-solving and customer service skills
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Basic arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
Advantageous:
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1 year retail experience
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Certification in Retail Business Management
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Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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Knowledge of SAP
Core Competencies
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Customer engagement and problem-solving skills
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Time management and ability to work independently
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Teamwork and interpersonal skills
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Accuracy and attention to detail
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Trustworthy and responsible
Special Conditions of Employment
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Willing and able to work retail hours
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South African citizen
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Clear credit record and criminal record
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Valid driver’s license and reliable transport
Remuneration & Benefits
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Market-related salary
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Provident fund
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Staff account
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Medical aid
How to Apply
Submit your application via the official Dis-Chem Careers Portal:
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