Job Description
About the Role
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking a Merchandiser to join their team in Three Rivers. As a key member of our store, you will be responsible for ensuring that our basic merchandising standards are properly 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 timeously
- Ensure stock on shelves has not reached sell-by date
- 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’s 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
- Wear the correct uniform and badge at all times
- Minimise any losses by handling all merchandise carefully
Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Up to 6 months retail experience
- Computer literate
- MS Office
Salary & Benefits
Market-related salary
Medical aid
Provident fund
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About Retail / wholesale Jobs in Emfuleni
Emfuleni, located in the Gauteng province of South Africa, is home to a diverse range of industries, including retail and wholesale. Typically, jobs in this field involve supporting the day-to-day operations of businesses, managing inventory, and providing excellent customer service. Generally, these roles are often entry-level or mid-level positions that offer opportunities for career growth and development.
Salaries for retail and wholesale professionals in Emfuleni can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Typically, salaries range from R150 000 to R300 000 per annum, although this is a broad range, and actual salaries may differ. It’s also worth noting that senior roles or those in specific industries, such as technology, may command higher salaries. However, these figures are only general guidelines and should not be taken as exact representations of current job market conditions.
Common skills required for retail and wholesale roles include excellent communication and customer service skills, ability to work well under pressure, basic computer literacy, and strong inventory management skills. Typically, candidates with experience in logistics, supply chain management, or sales are well-suited for these types of roles. Additionally, having a valid driver’s license and being able to lift up to 25kg may be beneficial.
The retail and wholesale industry is often found in various sectors, including the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. In Emfuleni, common industries that employ these types of roles include retail stores, distribution centers, warehouses, and e-commerce platforms. While this list is not exhaustive, it provides a general idea of where to find job opportunities in this field.
Career development opportunities are plentiful for those interested in retail and wholesale. Typically, career progression paths may involve moving into senior roles such as team leader or manager, or transitioning into specialized fields like supply chain management or logistics. With experience and further education, professionals can also explore related careers in e-commerce, entrepreneurship, or consulting.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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