Location: South Coast (Margate), KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Job Type: Part-Time
Closing Date: 02 April 2026
Reference Number: Not Provided
About the Company
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is a leading retail pharmacy and FMCG brand in South Africa, offering a wide range of health, wellness, and beauty products. Known for its focus on customer satisfaction, merchandising excellence, and operational efficiency, Dis-Chem provides career opportunities for individuals seeking experience in retail, stock management, and merchandising operations.
Position Overview
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Casual Merchandiser for its South Coast store in Margate. This part-time position is ideal for candidates seeking hands-on retail experience, merchandising skills, and customer engagement.
The successful candidate will ensure that all merchandise is properly stocked, displayed, and maintained according to Dis-Chem standards, while providing excellent in-store customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Merchandising & Stock Management
- Restock merchandise to ensure maximum product availability and sales
- Ensure stock from storerooms is correctly stored, unpacked, and displayed
- Monitor and remove expired or damaged products
- Facilitate FIFO (First-In, First-Out) stock rotation
Store Presentation & Displays
- Maintain clean, organised, and visually appealing store shelves
- Ensure correct labelling, pricing, and compliance with planograms
- Build and maintain merchandising displays effectively
Inventory & Administrative Support
- Assist with stocktaking and inventory counts
- Report low stock, out-of-stock items, or discrepancies to management
- Assist with loading and off-loading of deliveries
- Ensure items without barcodes are clearly marked
Customer Service
- Provide friendly, courteous, and professional assistance to all customers
- Address and follow up on customer stock queries efficiently
Compliance & Operations
- Adhere to Dis-Chem policies, SOPs, and health & safety regulations
- Ensure proper uniform and badge are worn at all times
- Handle merchandise carefully to minimise losses
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric Certificate
- Up to 6 months retail experience
- Computer literate (MS Office)
- Willing and able to work retail hours
Advantageous Skills
- At least 1 year retail experience
- Bilingual communication skills
- Knowledge of FMCG merchandising standards
- Ability to analyse ZMORE or similar retail reports
- Understanding of product categories and store layout
Core Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and organisation
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Trustworthy, reliable, and honest
- Effective time management and problem-solving
- Presentable and professional
Special Conditions of Employment
- Must be willing and able to work retail hours
- Physically fit to lift and move stock
- Reliable transport and/or reside near the store
- South African citizen
- Clear credit and criminal record
Remuneration & Benefits
- Market-related salary
Why Join Dis-Chem?
- Gain experience in retail merchandising and stock management
- Work for a leading pharmacy and FMCG brand
- Opportunities for contract-to-permanent progression
- Inclusive workplace aligned with Employment Equity principles
POPIA Compliance
By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) for recruitment purposes.
How to Apply
Submit your CV and application through the official Dis-Chem careers portal for the Casual Merchandiser – South Coast, Margate position.
Note: If you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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