Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires a Merchandiser for their Somerset Mall store in the Western Cape Region. You will ensure that basic Dis-Chem merchandising standards are properly executed and maintained. Your responsibilities will also lie in providing excellent customer service. Minimum Requirements: Essential: * Grade 12 / Matric * Up to 6 months’ retail experience * Computer literate – MS Office * Willing and able to work retail hours Advantageous: * At least 1 year retail experience Job Description: * Restock merchandise as needed to ensure maximum sales * Ensure delivered stock/stock pulled from the storeroom, is stored and packed in the correct space timeously * Ensure stock on shelves has not reached sell-by date * Ensure the full range of products is on the shelves at all times * Facilitate rotation of stock on a regular, FIFO basis * Report low stock levels, out-of-stock items, damaged stock and expired stock to management * Assist with counting of stock files and general stocktaking * Adhere to Dis-Chem’s operating standards, store layout and planograms * Ensure boxes are flattened after unpacking stock, and taken to the designated area * Ensure front shop shelves and products are neatly presented and visible at all times, with correct labels and pricing * Report all price discrepancies to management * Keep abreast of current and new products * Ensure merchandising displays are built, faced up, stocked and maintained * Maintain daily physical upkeep of store and merchandise displays, and be responsible for your designated stock in the storeroom as well as on the shop floor * Assist with loading and off-loading of stock * Ensure items without barcodes are clearly marked * Assist with back shopping * Assist in training of new staff * Provide friendly, helpful and courteous assistance and advice to all customers * Ensure all out of stock queries from customers are followed up with the customer service out of stock list * Ensure all customer stock queries are dealt with and resolved * Ensure the correct uniform and badge are worn at all times * Minimise any losses by handling all merchandise carefully * Adhere to Dis-Chem policies and procedures, SOPs and health and safety rules and regulations Competencies: Essential: * Strong command of the English language * Presentable * Effective engagement with customers, management and staff * Trustworthy and honest * Time management Advantageous: * Bilingual * Knowledge of merchandising standards and the FMCG industry * Product and category knowledge * Ability to analyse ZMORE reports for ordering and stock taking * Report bad/suspicious behaviour relating to both staff and customers Special conditions of employment: * Willing and able to work retail hours * Able and physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes, and ensure health and safety standards are adhered to * Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store * South African citizen * Clear credit and criminal records Remuneration and benefits: * Market-related salary * Medical aid * Provident fund * 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.