Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Merchandiser to join our team at Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Noordhoek store in the Western Cape Region. As a key member of our retail team, you will be responsible for ensuring that our basic merchandising standards are executed and maintained, while providing excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Restock merchandise as needed to ensure maximum sales
- Ensure delivered stock/stock pulled from the storeroom, is stored and packed in the correct space and timeously
- Ensure stock on shelves has not reached sell-by date
- Ensure the full range of products is on the shelves at all times
- Facilitate rotation of stock on a regular, FIFO basis
- Report low stock levels, out-of-stock items, damaged stock and expired stock to management
- Assist with counting of stock files and general stocktaking
- Adhere to Dis-Chem operating standards, store layout and planograms
- Ensure boxes are flattened after unpacking stock, and taken to the designated area
- Ensure front shop shelves and products are neatly presented and visible at all times, with correct labels and pricing
- Report all price discrepancies to management
- Keep abreast of current and new products
- Maintain daily physical upkeep of store and merchandise displays, and be responsible for your designated stock in the storeroom as well as on the shop floor
- Assist with loading and off-loading of stock
- Ensure items without barcodes are clearly marked
- Assist with back shopping
- Provide friendly, helpful and courteous assistance and advice to all customers
- Ensure all out of stock queries from customers are followed up with the customer service out of stock list
- Ensure all customer stock queries are dealt with and resolved
- Adhere to Dis-Chem policies and procedures, SOPs and health and safety rules and regulations
Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Up to 6 months retail experience
- Computer literate
- MS Office
- Willing and able to work retail hours
- Able and physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes, and ensure health and safety standards are adhered to
Qualifications
- Grade 12 / Matric
Salary & Benefits
- Market-related salary
- Medical aid
- Provident fund
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About Retail / wholesale Jobs in Western Cape
In the Western Cape, the retail and wholesale sectors are common employers of individuals with various skill sets. Generally, these roles tend to be driven by consumer demand and seasonal fluctuations, with many businesses operating within established supply chains. Typically, positions in this sector require adaptability to changing market trends and customer needs.
When it comes to salary expectations, broad ranges can provide a general guideline for job seekers. Salary ranges for retail and wholesale professionals in the Western Cape typically vary depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Common salary ranges generally fall within R200 000 to R500 000 per annum, although these figures are subject to variation and may not reflect actual salaries. Disclaimers should be made that individual circumstances can significantly impact actual earnings.
Common skills required for retail and wholesale roles in the Western Cape include excellent communication and customer service skills, ability to work under pressure, inventory management expertise, basic accounting knowledge, logistical organisational skills, and sometimes technical computer literacy. Other important qualities often sought after by employers include a strong work ethic, problem-solving abilities, and flexibility.
Industry sectors commonly employing retail and wholesale professionals in the Western Cape include financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and e-commerce companies. These roles may involve supply chain management, logistics coordination, sales team leadership, or store operations management.
For those looking to advance their careers in this field, common career progression paths often include promotions to management roles within existing companies, or transitioning into related fields like buying and merchandising. Opportunities for professional development can arise through internal training programs, industry-specific certifications, or further education in related fields.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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