MERCHANDISER – BALLITO (TALENT POOL)
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Location: Ballito, Dolphin Coast, KwaZulu-Natal
Job Type: Contract
Experience Level: Entry Level
Posted Date: 30 October 2026
Closing Date: 06 November 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is inviting applications for a Merchandiser position in the Ballito area of KwaZulu-Natal.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that merchandising standards are maintained throughout the store. Duties will include stocking shelves, arranging products, monitoring expiry dates, checking stock levels and ensuring that merchandise is displayed correctly.
The candidate will also provide excellent customer service by assisting shoppers with product enquiries and ensuring that the store remains neat, organised and well-stocked.
This is an entry-level opportunity suitable for candidates with Matric and some retail experience.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Essential Requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate.
- Up to 6 months’ retail experience.
- Computer literacy, particularly MS Office.
- Willingness and ability to work retail hours.
Advantageous Requirements:
- At least 1 year of retail experience.
- Knowledge of merchandising standards and FMCG operations.
- Product and category knowledge.
- Ability to communicate in more than one language.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Restocking shelves to ensure products are always available.
- Receiving and arranging stock in the correct storage areas.
- Checking product expiry dates and removing expired stock.
- Rotating stock according to the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) method.
- Reporting damaged, expired and low-stock items to management.
- Assisting with stock counts and stocktaking.
- Ensuring shelves are properly stocked, neat and attractive.
- Following store layouts and merchandising planograms.
- Checking product labels and pricing for accuracy.
- Reporting price discrepancies to management.
- Maintaining promotional displays and product presentations.
- Assisting with loading and offloading stock.
- Keeping the storeroom and shop floor clean and organised.
- Assisting customers with product enquiries.
- Following up on customer requests for unavailable products.
- Assisting with training new employees when required.
- Wearing the correct uniform and name badge.
- Handling merchandise carefully to prevent stock losses.
- Following company policies, procedures and health and safety regulations.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Applicants should have:
- Good English communication skills.
- Good customer service skills.
- A presentable and professional appearance.
- Honesty and trustworthiness.
- Good time-management skills.
- Ability to work with customers, management and colleagues.
- Knowledge of merchandising and stock control will be advantageous.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Must be willing to work retail hours.
- Must be physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes.
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must have reliable transport or live close to the store.
- Must have clear criminal and credit records.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Dis-Chem offers:
- Market-related salary.
- Medical aid.
- Provident fund.
- Staff account.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications online through the official Dis-Chem recruitment platform.
Closing Date: 06 November 2026
Please note that this is a Talent Pool opportunity. Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you have not received feedback within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal-opportunity employer and actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities.
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