Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Location: Roodepoort, Gauteng
Job Type: Permanent
Employment Level: Entry Level
Department: Retail
Posted: 14 September 2026
Closing Date: 21 September 2026
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is inviting applications for a Merchandiser position at its Strubensvalley store in Roodepoort, Gauteng. This is a permanent entry-level opportunity suited to candidates who enjoy working with customers and are interested in building experience within the retail and FMCG environment.
The successful candidate will play an important role in keeping the store well stocked, organised and attractive to customers. The position involves working on the shop floor and in the storeroom, maintaining product displays, monitoring stock and assisting customers with their queries.
About the Merchandiser Position
The Merchandiser will be responsible for making sure products are available, correctly displayed and presented according to the company’s merchandising standards. The role requires someone who is energetic, dependable, organised and comfortable working in a busy retail environment.
Customer service is also an important part of the position. The successful applicant will be expected to assist shoppers in a friendly and professional manner, respond to product-related questions and ensure that customers receive appropriate assistance when products are unavailable.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will assist with the day-to-day merchandising activities of the store. Duties will include replenishing products on shelves and ensuring that merchandise is placed in the correct locations.
You will monitor stock levels and alert management when products are running low, unavailable, damaged or expired. Products will need to be checked regularly to ensure that items approaching their expiry dates are handled appropriately.
Stock rotation will form part of the role, with the employee expected to follow the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) principle. This helps ensure older stock is sold before newer stock.
The Merchandiser will also be expected to:
- Keep shelves fully stocked and neatly arranged.
- Maintain attractive and properly organised product displays.
- Follow approved store layouts and merchandising plans.
- Check that products have the correct prices and labels.
- Report pricing differences or incorrect shelf information to management.
- Assist with stock counts and general stocktaking activities.
- Help receive, move and unpack deliveries.
- Store merchandise correctly in the storeroom and on the sales floor.
- Flatten empty boxes and dispose of them in the appropriate area.
- Check that products without barcodes are properly identified.
- Assist with returning merchandise to the correct shelves.
- Maintain cleanliness and general presentation around assigned areas.
- Assist with building, maintaining and replenishing promotional displays.
- Take reasonable care when handling merchandise to reduce stock losses.
- Assist new employees when required.
- Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviour involving customers or employees.
- Follow company procedures, health and safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
Customer Service Duties
Customer interaction is an important part of this position. The successful applicant should be approachable, helpful and professional when dealing with shoppers.
You may be required to assist customers in locating products, respond to stock-related questions and follow up on products that are unavailable. Customer requests should be handled promptly, with unresolved queries referred to the appropriate manager or department.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should meet the following essential requirements:
- Grade 12 or Matric certificate.
- Up to six months of retail experience.
- Basic computer literacy, including knowledge of MS Office.
- Ability and willingness to work retail hours.
- Strong command of English.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Having at least one year of previous retail experience will be an advantage. Knowledge of merchandising practices, FMCG products and different product categories may also strengthen an application.
Skills and Personal Attributes
Dis-Chem is looking for a candidate who is trustworthy, honest and able to interact effectively with customers, colleagues and management.
Good time-management skills are important because merchandising involves completing several tasks within specific timeframes. Applicants should also be presentable, reliable and capable of working as part of a retail team.
Being bilingual can be advantageous, particularly in a customer-facing environment.
Special Conditions
The successful applicant must be prepared to work according to retail operating hours, which may include weekends and public holidays where applicable.
Because the position involves moving merchandise, applicants should be physically capable of lifting and handling heavy boxes while following workplace health and safety requirements.
Candidates should have reliable transport or live reasonably close to the Strubensvalley store.
Applicants must also be South African citizens and will be subject to the required credit and criminal record checks.
Salary and Benefits
Dis-Chem offers a market-related salary for the position. The advertised benefits include:
- Medical aid
- Provident fund
- Staff account
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements and are interested in building your retail career with Dis-Chem Pharmacies, submit your application for the Merchandiser – Strubensvalley position before the closing date.
Closing Date: 21 September 2026
Applicants are encouraged to ensure that their CV contains accurate and up-to-date information about their education, retail experience, skills and contact details.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received communication within two weeks after the closing date, you should regard your application as unsuccessful.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. The company’s Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered during recruitment. Dis-Chem also supports the employment of people with disabilities.
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