Casual Frontshop Assistant - Vorna Valley Midrand

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is actively recruiting for a Casual Frontshop Assistant - Vorna Valley position in Midrand. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: 0 - 1 years • Educational Background: Matric or equivalent• Industry Focus: Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development• Location Preference: in Midrand

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-Sales and marketing roles like Casual Frontshop Assistant - Vorna Valley are key revenue drivers. This position offers direct impact on business growth and market expansion.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-With 1 year of experience, you're at an ideal point to expand your expertise in Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development. This role offers growth opportunities and skill development.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this Casual Frontshop Assistant - Vorna Valley position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the 0 - 1 years requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Matric• Specific achievements in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

Job Title: Retail Frontshop Assistant - Vorna Valley

Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Salary: Competitive, Market-Related

Job Type: Part-Time

Sector: Retail Sales

Reference: 206557

Vacancy Details

Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Dis-Chem’s Vorna Valley location is seeking a diligent Retail Frontshop Assistant to maintain high standards of merchandising while providing exemplary customer service at the sales point in line with Dis-Chem policies and protocols.

Essential Requirements: - Grade 12 or equivalent (Matric/Senior Certificate) - 0-6 months of prior retail work experience

Preferred Qualifications: - 1 year of retail work experience - Certification in Retail Business Management

Job Responsibilities

• Guarantee that the shelves are stocked with full ranges of products, neatly displayed at all times. - Monitor stock to ensure products are not past their sell-by date. - Restock merchandise promptly to maximize sales. - Address all customer inquiries about out-of-stock items efficiently and promptly. - Store and pack newly delivered or retrieved stock in the correct designated areas. - Maintain accurate merchandise displays, labels, and pricing; report any discrepancies to management. - Keep the storeroom organized and tidy. - Stay informed about new products to assist customers effectively. - Assist with the restocking of merchandise and supplies as needed. - Help with back-shop duties when required. - Handle all merchandise carefully to prevent losses. - Process all sales transactions, including cash, cards, vouchers, and other accepted payments. - Exchange merchandise and accept returned items under the Frontshop Leader's authorization. - Handle all loyalty card transactions. - Place cash in the drop safe following standard procedures. - Ensure all line voids and price changes are approved and signed by the Frontshop Leader or Retail Store Assistant. - Maintain accurate cash flow. - Regularly rotate stock and follow Dis-Chem’s stock control procedures. - Report low stock levels, damaged, expired, or out-of-stock items to management. - Assist with stock file counting and general stocktaking. - Identify and report damaged and expired stock immediately. - Help with stock loading and unloading as needed. - Flatten boxes and place them in the designated area after unpacking. - Build professional relationships with customers, providing courteous and helpful assistance. - Report customer compliments and complaints to management. - Meet the company’s benchmark for customer turnover per hour. - Assist in training new and current team members. - Ensure scanned and paid outgoing stock/items/scripts. - Keep daily takings inside the till drawer until they are placed in the drop safe. - Report suspicious behavior of both staff and customers to management. - Adhere to Dis-Chem housekeeping standards. - Follow Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures. - Comply with Health and Safety rules and regulations. - Adhere to the Dis-Chem uniform and personal appearance policy.

Competencies

Essential: - Understanding of retail operations and administration - Basic arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) - Effective verbal communication skills - Timely responses to customer inquiries - Adherence to procedures and personal accountability for work quality and timeliness

Advantageous: - Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) - Numerical skills, including familiarity with SAP

Special Conditions

• Ability to work retail hours - South African citizenship - Must have a clean criminal record and credit rating - Driver’s license and own reliable transportation

Remuneration and Benefits

• Market-related salary

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN’T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE, CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.