Frontshop Assistant (Fixed Term) – Bredell Square

Company

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng

Posted: 7 (Open until filled)

Job Overview

The Local Choice Pharmacy at Bredell Square is looking for a Frontshop Assistant to support store operations and ensure outstanding customer service. You will manage merchandising, stock control, and daily store appearance in line with corporate standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Restock merchandise to maintain maximum sales.
• Ensure newly delivered stock or stock pulled from the storeroom is immediately stored and packed correctly.
• Apply FIFO principles, maintaining stock above sell-by dates.
• Keep shelves fully stocked and displays neat and visible.
• Rotate stock regularly and follow company stock‑control procedures.
• Organise and tidy the storeroom.
• Report low, out‑of‑stock, damaged, or expired items to management.
• Assist with cycle counts and general stock-taking.
• Flatten boxes after unpacking and secure them in the designated area; cooperate with security checks.
• Maintain up‑to‑date product knowledge and follow new‑product updates.
• Build, face up, and maintain merchandising displays according to planograms.
• Handle merchandise carefully to prevent losses.
• Provide friendly, helpful, and courteous assistance to all customers.
• Follow up on out‑of‑stock queries and resolve customer requests promptly.
• Wear the correct uniform and name badge at all times.
• Aid in training new and existing team members.
• Report suspicious or dishonest behaviour to management.
• Maintain a clean and tidy workstation; adhere to housekeeping standards.
• Comply with all health and safety rules, policies, SOPs, and appearance guidelines.

Qualifications

Essential

• Grade 12 (Matric) qualification.

<li 0–6 months of retail work experience.

Desirable

• At least 1 year of retail experience.
• Knowledge of merchandising standards and FMCG industry.
• Experience working with planograms.
• Additional language(s).

Competencies

• Trustworthy and honest.
• Client service orientation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Good time management and self‑discipline.
• Attention to detail, accountability, and results‑oriented mindset.
• Clear communication (reading, writing, speaking). English required.
• Positive attitude, creativity, initiative, and energy.

Employment Conditions

• Must possess a valid driver’s licence or reliable transport.
• South African citizen or holder of a valid work permit.
• Clear credit and criminal records.

Remuneration

Market‑related salary.

Application Process

Please apply online at https://retail.simplify.hr/vacancy/axh1gm. Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you have not received a response within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.