Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires a Cosmetic Frontshop Assistant for their New Store, in Tokai Western Cape Region. To uphold the merchandising standards whilst supporting the customer service at point of sales in accordance with Dis-Chem policies and procedures.
Minimum Requirements:
Essential:
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Grade 12 / Matric
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Minimum of 0 - 6 months Retail experience
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Minimum 1 year experience within retail environment in Cosmetics
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Certification is Retail or related field
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Computer literate – MS Office
Job Description:
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Ensure that full ranges of products are always on the shelves and neatly presented.
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Maintain the stock on the shelves to ensure it has not reached its sell by date.
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Restock merchandise when needed to ensure maximum sales.
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Be responsible for accurate cash flow.
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Ensure that all line voids and price changes are approved and signed by a supervisor.
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Exchange merchandise for customers and accept return goods by customers when authorized to do so.
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Transact all purchases - receive and processes all payments such as cash, cards, vouchers, coupons, and other payments excepted by Dis-Chem.
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Restock merchandise when needed to ensure maximum sales.
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Delivered stock or stock pulled from the storeroom must be stored and packed in the correct space immediately.
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Ensure the stock on the shelves has not reached sell by dates.
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Provide friendly, helpful, and courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
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All out of stock queries from customers must be followed up with the customer service out of stock list.
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Ensure cash is placed in the drop safe according to Dis-Chem standard operating procedures.
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Be alert and verify all payments according to Dis-Chem verification procedure.
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Adhere to Dis-Chem security policies and procedures
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Ensure the use of your code and password is restricted to only you, is safe and is changed regularly.
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Ensure all out going stock/ items are scanned and paid for.
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Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
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Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.
Competencies:
Essential:
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Computer literate – MS Office
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Customer oriented and Attention to detail
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English - Speak, read and Write
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Merchandising standards and FMCG industry. Working with Planograms. Category Knowledge including promotions, personal selling, sales targets, customer liaison, product knowledge.
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Comprehending fundamental arithmetic’s like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
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Emotional intelligence
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Accountability
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Problem solving
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Trustworthy and honest and good time management
Advantageous:
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Third additional language
Special conditions of employment:
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Willing and able to work retail hours
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Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store
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South African citizen
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Clear credit and criminal records
Remuneration and benefits:
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Market-related salary
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Medical aid
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Provident fund
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Staff account
ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE, PLEASE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
