DC Inbound Junior Retail Assistant Manager - Cape Town Western Cape

Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ in Stikland, Cape Town has an opportunity available for a DC Inbound Junior Retail Assistant Manager to join the team. The main purpose of this role will be to achieve operational excellence within the Dis-Chem Distribution Centre, incorporating inbound management predominantly. You will also be required to demonstrate an understanding of receiving, warehousing, picking/ packing, replenishment, manifesting/ marshalling and dispatch, in order to meet legal and operational requirements.

Grade 12 / Matric Relevant Degree/Diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain Management Minimum 2 Years relevant experience in Distribution, Logistics or Supply Chain Environment

Relevant experience in the field of Logistics/Supply Chain Management Experience in the Retail/Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Experience with SAP, EWM or other ERP systems

Job Specification…

Ensure all supplier deliveries are received, checked, processed and put away within agreed timelines and according to Dis-Chem Policies and Procedures Analyse and interpret all potential departmental shrinkage indicators and act accordingly Plan the delivery schedules and staff requirements Maintain a stock rotation on an inventory based on FEFO (First Expiry First Out) principle Ensure expired and reject stock are dealt with on a timely basis and according to necessary SHE standards Manage shelf life to ensure no short dated and/or expired stock is received as per Dis-Chem policies Work with QA team to ensure stock is on the acceptable industry standard Develop and Implement solutions for addressing seasonal demand, shipments and/or unique packaging Manage the safe storage, exchanging and flow of Dis-Chem, CHEP and EURO pallets Ensure training of new staff in that they have the necessary tools and equipment required to perform their duties efficiently Monitor staff performance including performance reviews Management and adherence to GWP, SHE program and OHS act Effective and efficient resolution and communication of internal and external customer day-to-day queries Build and maintain good relationships with all 3rd party stakeholders and communicate effectively to resolve any supply chain issues Ensure that all deliveries are delivered in full, on time and to the correct customer Identify supplier issues that impact required financial objectives and address them at the appropriate level internally and externally Proactively identify cost saving opportunities with expert insight into to true improvements and their ability to be effectively implemented Manage financial indicators in line with budgets for the operations environment and adherence to corporate governance principles

Competencies

English – Read, write and speak well Microsoft – Excel, Word and Outlook Knowledge of Management Systems, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Public Safety and Security, Customer Service, Transportation Principles and Methods, Material Handling Standards Demonstrate thorough theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of all Distribution Centre, logistics and supply chain operations Knowledge of relevant Labour Relations Acts, industry standards and training objectives Be able to function within a given budget, set up a budget, read and interpret financial reports and act accordingly Time management Trustworthy and Honest Deadline driven Attention to detail Be able to lead motivate and inspire others

Understand quality control analysis and coordination 2nd Language – Read, write and speak

South African Citizen MIE, clear criminal and credit Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport Be able to work any shift i.e. day, night, weekends and holidays as per business requirements Be willing to be rotated to where needed and must be willing to perform any other function within the Distribution Centre should the need arise

Market related salary Medical aid Provident fund Staff account

Closing Date 11 August 2026