Merchandiser – Thavhani

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Location: Thohoyandou, Limpopo

Posted: 2026-01-28 (Open until filled)

Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for a Merchandiser to support our store in Thavhani. The role involves maintaining high merchandising standards, ensuring product availability, and delivering excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Restock merchandise to maximise sales.
• Store and pack delivered stock correctly and on time.
• Check shelf stock for sell‑by dates and remove expired items.
• Keep the full range of products on shelves at all times.
• Rotate stock regularly using FIFO principles.
• Report low stock, out‑of‑stock items, damaged or expired stock to management.
• Assist with stock counting and general stocktaking.
• Follow Dis‑Chem’s operating standards, store layout and planograms.
• Flatten boxes after unpacking and move them to the designated area.
• Present front shop shelves neatly with correct labels and pricing.
• Report any price discrepancies to management.
• Stay updated on current and new products.
• Build, face up, stock and maintain merchandising displays.
• Maintain daily physical upkeep of the store and merchandise displays.
• Assist with loading and unloading of stock.
• Mark items without barcodes clearly.
• Support back‑shopping and new staff training.
• Provide friendly, helpful and courteous assistance to all customers.
• Follow up on out‑of‑stock queries using the customer service list.
• Resolve customer stock queries promptly.
• Wear the correct uniform and badge at all times.
• Minimise losses by handling merchandise carefully.
• Adhere to Dis‑Chem policies, SOPs, health and safety rules and regulations.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Up to 6 months of retail experience.
• Computer literate – MS Office.
• Willing and able to work retail hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of retail experience.
• Bilingual (English and another language).
• Knowledge of merchandising standards and the FMCG industry.
• Product and category knowledge.
• Ability to analyse ZMORE reports for ordering and stock taking.
• Report suspicious behaviour relating to staff and customers.

Competencies

• Strong command of the English language.
• Presentable appearance.
• Effective engagement with customers, management and staff.
• Trustworthy and honest.
• Good time management.

Special Conditions of Employment

• Willing and able to work retail hours.
• Physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes; must adhere to health and safety standards.
• Reliable transport and/or reside close to the store.
• South African citizen.
• Clear credit and criminal records.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Market‑related salary.
• Medical aid.
• Provident fund.
• Staff account.

Equal Opportunity

Dis‑Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. We support the recruitment of people with disabilities and consider our approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets as part of the recruitment process.

Application Process

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