Merchandiser – Mall of The North

Company: Dis‑Chem Pharmacies Limited

Location: Polokwane, Limpopo

Job Type: Entry Level

Posted: 26 January 2026 (Open until filled)

About the Role

Dis‑Chem Pharmacies is looking for a dedicated Merchandiser to join our team at the Mall of the North. In this role you will maintain high merchandising standards, support sales, and provide excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Restock merchandise to maximise sales.
• Store and pack delivered stock correctly and on time.
• Ensure shelf stock is not past sell‑by dates.
• Keep the full range of products available on shelves.
• 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.
• Stay updated on current and new products.
• Build, face up, stock and maintain merchandising displays.
• Maintain daily physical upkeep of the store and displays.
• Assist with loading and off‑loading 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 all Dis‑Chem policies, SOPs, health and safety rules.

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 (any additional 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 involving staff or 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 consider Dis‑Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets as part of the recruitment process, aligned with our Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. We actively support the recruitment of people with disabilities.

Application Process

Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

To apply for this job, please visit https://retail.simplify.hr/vacancy/oup2ti.