Location: Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 03 April 2026
Division: Retail
Industry: FMCG / Retail Jobs
Functional Area: Receiving & Stock Management
About the Company
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is a leading retail pharmacy chain in South Africa, recognised for its comprehensive health, wellness, and beauty product offerings. Known for career growth opportunities, Dis-Chem provides roles that combine operational excellence with leadership development in retail management.
Position Overview: Receiving Manager Job in Richards Bay
Dis-Chem is seeking a Receiving Manager for their Richards Bay store. This role is ideal for candidates experienced in retail stock management, warehouse operations, and team supervision. You will be responsible for managing incoming stock, ensuring accurate documentation, and maintaining efficient workflow from receiving to the sales floor.
Key Responsibilities
- Verify, scan, and capture incoming goods accurately per company SOPs
- Receive all warehouse deliveries and invoices, ensuring correctness of quantities, variants, and conditions
- Prevent acceptance of unordered or damaged goods and complete appropriate credit notes
- Ensure the flow of stock receipts is processed same-day and efficiently sent to the sales floor
- Manage supplier returns and ensure credit notes and warehouse returns are executed correctly
- Maintain and update inventory lists (SL02, ME2L) to reconcile physical stock with system records
- Oversee purchase order creation and invoice capturing on SAP
- Ensure proper document filing, invoice packs, and warehouse credit processes
- Maintain physical controls over receiving areas and high-risk stock
- Mentor and train Receiving/Capturing Clerks and Store Men to enhance performance
- Conduct staff scheduling, performance management, and development plans
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Minimum 3 years’ relevant retail receiving experience
- Computer literacy – MS Office
- Willing and able to work retail hours
Advantageous Experience
- Supervisory experience managing a team of at least 6 staff
- Working knowledge of SAP or other stock management systems
- Basic accounting knowledge (GP, mark-up, VAT)
- Bilingual or multi-language proficiency
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication with suppliers, staff, and management
- Leadership and mentoring abilities
- Time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Accuracy in documentation and financial tracking
Why Join Dis-Chem?
- Market-related salary package
- Medical aid and provident fund
- Staff account benefits
- Career development in retail management and FMCG operations
- Work with a trusted, nationwide pharmacy brand
Special Conditions of Employment
- Must be physically able to lift and move heavy stock (20kg+)
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transport
- South African citizen
- Clear credit and criminal record
POPIA Compliance
By applying, candidates consent to the processing of their personal information for recruitment purposes in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
How to Apply
Apply via the official Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited careers portal before the closing date.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If no feedback is received within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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