Cosmetic Manager - Parow

In brief

**Overview** Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking to hire a Cosmetic Manager for its Parow store. This role involves the overall management of the cosmetic and beauty categories within the store. The manager will be responsible for overseeing the effective promotion and selling of Dis-Chem cosmetic and beauty products through consistent and excellent customer service, as well as ensuring that staff are available on the floor to assist customers. **What you will do** * Manage the cosmetic and beauty categories within the store. * Oversee effective promoting and selling of Dis-Chem cosmetic and beauty products through excellent and consistent customer service. * Ensure staff is on the floor to assist customers. * Direct and support sales staff under the guidance of the Store Manager and in accordance with Dis-Chem policies, procedures, and retail working practices. * Ensure Cosmetic Consultants are allocated to the appropriate cosmetic and beauty sections. * Ensure staff receives relevant training, and manage and encourage feedback from staff. * Ensure the store is adequately staffed at all times. * Be accountable for and manage stock control through effective planning and ordering of stock in collaboration with Dis-Chem’s warehouse and suppliers. * Manage and address customer compliments and complaints. * Escalate serious and unresolved customer complaints to the Store Manager or Regional Cosmetic Manager. * Maintain merchandising and displays, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness within the section. * Ensure monthly promotions are carried out to achieve department targets. * Keep up to date with in-depth knowledge regarding products, brands, and the beauty industry. **Requirements (from the original advert)** *Minimum Requirements:* *Essential:* * Grade 12 / Matric * A minimum of 3 years’ cosmetics or beauty experience within a retail environment * Previous supervision and/management of a staff complement of around 7 * Computer literate – MS Office * Willing and able to work retail hours *Advantageous:* * SAP experience * Qlikview experience *Competencies:* *Essential:* * Strong command of the English Language written and oral * Be a team player * Provide excellent customer service * Understand stock reports and sales target and commission calculations *Advantageous:* * Training, development and performance management of staff * Bilingual *Special Conditions of Employment:* * Willing and able to work retail hours * Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport * South African citizen * Clear credit and criminal records **Who should apply** This position is suitable for a South African citizen who has obtained a Grade 12/Matric qualification and possesses a clear credit and criminal record. Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in cosmetics or beauty within a retail environment, including prior experience supervising or managing approximately 7 staff members. Essential qualities include computer literacy (MS Office), a strong command of both written and oral English, a team-player attitude, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service. Candidates must also demonstrate an understanding of stock reports, sales targets, and commission calculations. A valid driver’s license, reliable personal transport, and the ability and willingness to work retail hours are mandatory. Experience with SAP or Qlikview, bilingualism, and skills in staff training, development, and performance management are considered advantageous. **Deadline** 29 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/cosmetic-manager-parow-dis-chem-pharmacies Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Microsoft Office
• SAP
• Customer service
• Bilingual (English & Afrikaans)

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