Umhlanga Rocks: Store Manager – The Crescent (New Store) – Umhlanga posted by Dis-Chem Pharmacies

February 18, 2026 Jobs in eThekwini

Dis-Chem Pharmacies

eThekwini

Retail / wholesale

Job Description

About the Role

The Store Manager at The Crescent (Umhlanga) – New Store will be responsible for ensuring overall store profitability and maintaining compliance with the brand values of Dis-Chem Pharmacies. This role requires a strong retail management background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with budget preparation and maintenance within the store.
Allocate store funds and define financial objectives.
Maintain statistical and financial records.
Manage banking functions related to the store, including making bank deposits and filling change requirements.
Optimize store profitability by participating in daily operational and sales activities.
Oversee pricing and stock control.
Ensure all expense-related items are controlled and managed within budget.
Manage and ensure the daily ordering of stock and maintain correct stock levels.
Oversee the preparation, coordination, and management of stock takes on a bi-annual basis.
Investigate and rectify negative GP values in the store.
Minimise, investigate, and report on business unit negative stock on hand.
Analyse dormant stock reports for heads of department to investigate and rectify.
Ensure physical stock in all storage locations balances with the inventory ledger in SAP.
Manage goods in transit as directed by standard operating procedures.
Work closely with head of departments to ensure set sales targets are met.
Coordinate with other stores to share knowledge, plan promotional activities, or achieve goals.
Maintain awareness of market trends in the retail industry and monitor local competitors.

Requirements

Grade 12/ Matric
Minimum of 5 years Retail Store Management experience
Computer literate
MS Office

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Qualifications

Diploma or Advanced Certificate in Management or BCom Degree (advantageous)
Retail Management Diploma or relevant Commercial qualification (advantageous)

Salary & Benefits

Market-related salary
Medical aid
Provident fund

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About Retail / wholesale Jobs in eThekwini

The retail and wholesale sector in eThekwini is an essential part of the city’s economy, with many multinationals operating in the area. Typically, job seekers in this field can expect to find opportunities across a range of industries, including retail, manufacturing, and logistics. Generally, these roles involve working in warehouses, stores, or distribution centers, interacting with customers and managing inventory.

Salary expectations for retail and wholesale positions vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. While it is difficult to provide exact figures, broad salary ranges can be estimated. Typically, entry-level positions may offer salaries within the R20 000 – R30 000 range per annum, while more senior roles can command salaries between R40 000 – R80 000 or more per annum, depending on the specific requirements of the position and the individual’s level of experience.

Common skills required for retail and wholesale roles include excellent communication and customer service skills, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Other essential skills include inventory management, basic math skills, and a willingness to learn new technologies. In some cases, proficiency in English, Afrikaans, or other languages may be beneficial for roles working with international customers.

Industries that commonly employ retail and wholesale staff include the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and logistics providers. These sectors often require employees who are able to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.

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For those interested in advancing their careers in retail and wholesale, there are many opportunities for development and progression. Typically, experienced staff can move into supervisory or management roles, where they can oversee teams and implement new strategies. With further experience and training, individuals may also be able to transition into specialized fields such as logistics or supply chain management.

This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.

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