Dis-Chem Pharmacies require a Driver with a valid car license for their Pearls Pharmacy - Umhlanga Store.The purpose of this position is to deliver goods to customers in a timely, productive and professional manner.
Minimum Requirements:
Essential:-
Grade 12 / Matric
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Valid driver’s license
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Willing and able to work retail hours and/or shifts
Advantageous:
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Previous experience in a similar role
Job Description:
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Safely transport products to customer locations in a timely, safe and courteous manner
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Be open to learning the various dispatch functions
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Ensure the correct products are delivered to the correct customer within the specified time
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Ensure that fridge line deliveries are prioritised and transported using cooler boxes and cold packs
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Use the shortest and most efficient route to the customer, and back to the store
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Return back to the store immediately after delivery, so the vehicle can be utilised for a second or third delivery
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Ensure that after completion of delivery, that the vehicle is repacked to prevent boxes from falling and damaging the stock or vehicle
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Be fully accountable for all damages and losses through the delivery process
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Provide special care when delivering fragile and hazardous products
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Comply with minimum standards of efficiency and accuracy, in order to meet company standards
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Follow delivery/pickup instructions from manager
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Ensure that all collections/store returns / inter-branches are correctly checked, signed for and returned to the receiving area
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Ensure all delivery paperwork is signed upon delivery
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Ensure to have the correct names and addresses of customers
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Ensure all invoices recorded on the delivery log sheet, are available and correctly recorded
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Ensure all invoices are signed in the correct manner and to report any discrepancies to the relevant manager
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Comply with the company vehicle policy at all times
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Complete and maintain an accurate vehicle logbook
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Process payments on all transactions via EFT and cash
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Ensure that the vehicle is never unattended during the delivery process
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Ensure the vehicle is clean and washed
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Inspect the vehicle for any defects and safe operating conditions before, during and after trips; and report any concerns to the manager
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Report on all accidents and incidents involving drivers or company equipment
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Adhere to the road traffic rules and regulations as per the National Road Traffic Act
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Be responsible for any traffic fines allocated to the vehicle you drive
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Create effective and efficient relationships with internal and external customers to improve operating efficiencies
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Establish long-term customer relationship through prompt and courteous service
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Ensure professional behaviour when dealing with customers
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Report customer complaints, compliments, requests to management, and provide feedback
Competencies:
Essential:
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Strong command of the English language
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Presentable
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Effective engagement with customers, management and staff
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Trustworthy and honest
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Time management
Advantageous:
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Bilingual
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Report bad/suspicious behaviour relating to both staff and customers
Special conditions of employment:
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Willing and able to work retail hours and/or shifts
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Willing and able to work outdoors, and in various weather conditions
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Able and physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes, and ensure health and safety standards are adhered to
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Valid driver’s license (Car)
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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 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.
