39 Dis Chem Pharmacies jobs in South Africa

Pharmacist – Potchefstroom Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited • Potchefstroom, North West • Permanent • Closing Date 28 September 2025 Overview Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Pharmacist for their Potchefstroom store. Your portfolio will cover the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for patients’ medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting these needs. Minimum Requirements Essential: Grade 12 / Matric BPharm / equivalent qualification Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) Min 2-3 years experience in Pharmaceutical 2-3 years retail pharmacy experience (Student/Intern) Computer literate – MS Office Advantageous Relevant retail/ FMCG experience Third additional language SAP experience E-scripting experience Registered tutor Unisolv experience Responsibilities Provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for patients’ medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting those needs Evaluation of a patient’s medicine-related needs by determining the indication, safety and effectiveness of the therapy Dispensing of any medicine or scheduled substance on the prescription of a person authorised to prescribe medicine Signing off and checking of all prescriptions prepared by an assistant or an intern and accepting accountability for the correctness thereof as per GPP 2.7.1.2.1.f Furnishing of information and advice to any person with regard to the use medicine Determining patient compliance with the therapy, and follow-up to ensure that the patient’s medicine-related needs are being met The provision of pharmacist-initiated therapy The compounding, manipulation, preparation or packaging of any medicine or scheduled substance, or the supervision thereof The manufacturing of any medicine or scheduled substance, or supervision thereof The purchasing, acquiring, importing, keeping, possessing, using, releasing, storage, packaging, re-packaging, supplying or selling of any medicine or scheduled substance, or supervision thereof The application for the registration of a medicine in accordance with the Medicines Act and Pharmacy Act The acts specially pertaining to the profession of a pharmacist as prescribed above The formulation of any medicine for the purposes of registration as a medicine The distribution of any medicine or scheduled substance The re-packaging of medicines The initiation and conducting of pharmaceutical research and development; and The promotion of public health Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the South African Pharmaceutical Council. Capture script details accurately and verify patient’s details on the system. Ensure accurate picking / packing / labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions. Provide accurate instructions to the patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied. Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing. Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter and front-shop. Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager and follow up appointments. Explain all medical aid costs to patients. Follow through on promises made to customers. Evaluation of disease conditions and referral to in-store health facilities when necessary. Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids. Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid. Ensure authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication. Maintain customer profiles on the system. Merge profiles locally and Vexall should be notified to merge profiles centrally. Take note of any messages on the customer profile and take suitable action. Assist the Dispensary Manager to ensure that all administration functions are carried out correctly and timeously. Report on low – / out of stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager. Facilitate Bi-annual stock takes. Exercise stock, cash and asset control. Assist the Dispensary Manager to ensure that all stock control processes are adhered to and that all registers are kept up to date in accordance with legislation. Housekeeping must be in accordance to Dis-Chem standards. Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures. Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations. Adhere to Dis-Chem Uniform and personal appearance policy Competencies Essential: Strong command of the English language and a second language – Read, write and speak Good communication skills, listening Basic dosing and important drug interaction Customer service/focus Supervisor experience, and able to lead by example Ability to train other staff members Conflict management Strong attention to detail Sound numerical skills Problem-solving Team player Trustworthy and honest Time management Able to deal with pressure Computer literate – MS Office Special conditions of employment Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council Willing and able to work retail hours Controlled room temperature, security, limited space, health and safety, risk stock Physically fit and able to stand for long periods Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport South African citizen MIE Clear credit and criminal records Remuneration and benefits Market-related salary Monthly and annual performance pay Medical aid Provident fund Staff

Overview

Risk Manager – Midrand | Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited | Midrand, Gauteng | Permanent | Closing Date 30 September 2025

Job Details

• Division: HO Division
• Minimum experience: Associate
• Company primary industry: Financial Services
• Job functional area: Finance

Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Head Office in Midrand has an opportunity available for a Risk Manager. To safeguard the organisation’s risk integrity by proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across the Dis-Chem Group. The role ensures strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and effective risk monitoring, while partnering with the business to strengthen processes, embed a culture of accountability, and integrate risk management into strategic decision-making.

Minimum Requirements

Essential:

• Matric or equivalent Senior Certificate
• Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Minimum of 4 – 7 years in risk management, internal audit, or compliance preferably within the industry

Advantage:

• IFRS reporting, financial controls, and regulatory compliance
• CRMA, CISA or CA (SA)

Job Specification

• Risk Identification, Assessment, and Compliance

• Proactively identify potential operational, regulatory, compliance, and business risks within the relevant function.
• Conduct regular risk assessments using both qualitative and quantitative methods to evaluate the likelihood and potential business impact of identified risks.
• Monitor emerging industry trends, economic shifts, and regulatory changes that could affect organisational operations.
• Support management in identifying and assessing business controls, potential risks, process gaps, and workflow inefficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements including industry standards related to risk management, such as the Companies Act and POPIA.
• Prepare relevant teams for internal and external audits, ensuring accurate and compliant documentation are in place.
• Escalate and flag non-compliance issues within the business, coordinating remedial actions promptly.

Internal Controls and Process Strengthening

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard organisational assets and ensure compliance with company policies, legislation, and healthcare regulations.
• Collaborate with operational and support teams to review processes, identify control weaknesses, and implement improvements that minimise fraud, errors, or non-compliance.
• Ensure segregation of duties in key operational processes, particularly in procurement, supplier payments, and stock management for pharmaceutical products.
• Perform procedures to verify that key controls identified by management are in place and operating effectively.
• Conduct control testing and implement process improvement initiatives to address identified risks.
• Manage the review of internal operational controls in line with Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) requirements, ensuring that controls and the annual review plan are up to date and compliant.

Risk Monitoring, Mitigation, and Policy Management

• Define, implement, and maintain a comprehensive group risk monitoring tool to track, measure, and report on key risk indicators across the organisation.
• Partner with business units to develop risk mitigation plans and ensure risk policies are regularly reviewed and updated in line with operational needs and regulatory requirements.
• Update risk registers quarterly to ensure all identified risks are consistently recorded, assessed, and monitored.
• Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) such as supplier concentration risks, operational disruptions, exchange rate volatility for imported goods, and market dependencies.
• Recommend mitigation strategies such as insurance coverage, contractual safeguards, supplier diversification, or operational contingency plans.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting Stakeholder Engagement

• Monitor and investigate KPIs that fall outside normal thresholds each month, identifying root causes and potential risk implications.
• Prepare detailed documentation and provide support for Enterprise Risk Committee (ERCO) meetings and the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC), ensuring decision-makers receive accurate, timely, and actionable information.
• Establish risk dashboards and reports to provide the CFO and other stakeholders with clear visibility of priority organisational risks and mitigation actions.

Stakeholder Engagement Strategic Risk Integration

• Act as the key liaison between operational teams, legal/compliance, support functions, and senior management on risk-related matters.
• Conduct regular training sessions for relevant business units on risk awareness, compliance obligations, and industry-specific operational risks.
• Present risk findings and recommendations to executive management and the board, ensuring leadership has the necessary information to act.

Strategic Risk Integration

• Support the organisation in integrating risk considerations into strategic planning, resource allocation, and operational forecasting processes.
• Advise on risk implications of major organisational decisions such as mergers, acquisitions, large-scale projects, or expansion into new markets.
• Align enterprise risk management activities with the company’s overall strategy to support sustainable growth in a highly regulated sector.

Competencies

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of enterprise risk management principles, frameworks, and methodologies, with awareness of Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) internal control requirements.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess complex operational and strategic data, identify potential risks, and uncover process inefficiencies.
• Ability to integrate risk considerations into strategic planning, resource allocation, and major organisational decisions, with knowledge of cost control and contract risk allocation.
• Ability to clearly present risk findings and recommendations to executive management, the board, and external stakeholders.
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills to foster collaboration across operational, legal, compliance, and support teams, driving adoption of risk management best practices.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on continuous improvement of risk processes, internal controls, and KPI monitoring.
• Proactive in identifying risks before they materialise and initiating preventive measures.
• Ability to set a clear vision for risk management and inspire teams to uphold compliance standards.
• Skilled in planning, prioritising, and coordinating risk management activities, with strong project management expertise for implementing risk monitoring tools and process improvements.
• Proficient in designing and implementing Group Risk Monitoring tools and KRIs, with strong Excel and data modelling skills for risk scenario analysis.

Special conditions of employment:

• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport
• Occasional travel

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Notice:
ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE 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.

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Overview

Pharmacist – Boksburg North / Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited / Boksburg, Gauteng / Permanent / Closing Date 13 October 2025

Job Details

Division
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Dispensary Category
Pharmaceuticals

Minimum experience
Entry Level

Company primary industry
Pharmaceuticals

Job functional area
Other

Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Pharmacist for their Boksburg North store. Your portfolio will cover the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for patients’ medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting these needs.

Minimum Requirements

Essential

• Grade 12 / Matric
• BPharm / equivalent qualification
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Min 2- 3 years experience in Pharmaceutical
• 2-3 years retail pharmacy experience ( Student/Intern)
• Computer literate – MS Office

Advantageous

• Relevant retail/ FMCG experience
• Third additional language
• SAP experience
• E-scripting experience
• Registered tutor
• Unisolv experience

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for patients’ medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting those needs, which shall include, but not be limited to the following functions:
• Evaluation of a patient’s medicine-related needs by determining the indication, safety and effectiveness of the therapy
• Dispensing of any medicine or scheduled substance on the prescription of a person authorised to prescribe medicine
• Signing off and checking of all prescriptions prepared by an assistant or an intern and accepting accountability for the correctness thereof as per GPP 2.7.1.2.1.f
• Furnishing of information and advice to any person with regard to the use medicine
• Determining patient compliance with the therapy, and follow-up to ensure that the patient’s medicine-related needs are being met
• The provision of pharmacist-initiated therapy
• The compounding, manipulation, preparation or packaging of any medicine or scheduled substance, or the supervision thereof
• The manufacturing of any medicine or scheduled substance, or supervision thereof
• The purchasing, acquiring, importing, keeping, possessing, using, releasing, storage, packaging, re-packaging, supplying or selling of any medicine or scheduled substance, or supervision thereof
• The application for the registration of a medicine in accordance with the Medicines Act and Pharmacy Act
• The acts specially pertaining to the profession of a pharmacist as prescribed above;
• The formulation of any medicine for the purposes of registration as a medicine;
• The distribution of any medicine or scheduled substance;
• The re-packaging of medicines;
• The initiation and conducting of pharmaceutical research and development; and
• The promotion of public health.
• Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the South African Pharmaceutical Council.
• Capture script details accurately and verify patient’s details on the system.
• Ensure accurate picking / packing / labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions.
• Provide accurate instructions to the patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied.
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing.
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter and front-shop.
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager and follow up appointments.
• Explain all medical aid costs to patients.
• Follow through on promises made to customers.
• Evaluation of disease conditions and referral to in-store health facilities when necessary.
• Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids.
• Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid.
• Ensure authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication.
• Maintain customer profiles on the system.
• Merge profiles locally and Vexall should be notified to merge profiles centrally.
• Take note of any messages on the customer profile and take suitable action.
• Assist the Dispensary Manager to ensure that all administration functions are carried out correctly and timeously.
• Report on low – / out of stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager.
• Facilitate Bi-annual stock takes.
• Exercise stock, cash and asset control.
• Assist the Dispensary Manager to ensure that all stock control processes are adhered to and that all registers are kept up to date in accordance with legislation.
• Housekeeping must be in accordance to Dis-Chem standards.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem Uniform and personal appearance policy

Competencies

Essential

• Strong command of the English language and a second language – Read, write and speak
• Good communication skills, listening
• Basic dosing and important drug interaction
• Customer service/focus
• Supervisor experience, and able to lead by example
• Ability to train other staff members
• Conflict management
• Strong attention to detail
• Sound numerical skills
• Problem-solving
• Team player
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management
• Able to deal with pressure
• Computer literate – MS Office

Special conditions of employment

• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council
• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Controlled room temperature, security, limited space, health and safety, risk stock
• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African citizen
• MIE Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits

• Market-related salary
• Monthly and annual performance pay
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Note: ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE 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.

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Trainee Manager – Welkom

Company : Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Location : Welkom, Free State
Contract : Permanent
Closing Date : 31 October 2025

Overview

Dis-Chem Pharmacies has an opportunity available for a Trainee Manager for Welkom area. You will learn overall store operations under direction and supervision of a store manager. Performs wide range of retail operational duties under general guidance and support of an experienced individual.

Minimum Requirements

Essential

• Grade 12/ Matric
• Minimum of 1 – 2 years’ experience in store retail management disciplines including but not limited to stock management, cash, reporting, expense control and customer service
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Valid driver’s license
• Own reliable transport

Advantageous

• Diploma in Financial / Admin or a relevant 3- year Diploma

Job Responsibilities

• Inventory Management: Ensures the processing of items including but not limited to goods in transit, cycle counts and physical stock to system matches, stock takes, addressing of shrinkage and overall stock levels. Ensures efficient stock flow to the sales floor. Participate, assist, and support in the management of shrinkage. Participate, assist and support in the ordering of stock to maintain correct stock levels FMCG, Health and Beauty, when required.
• Sales Floor & Receiving: Assist with the planning, implementation, and maintenance of promotional stock displays in FMCG, Health and Beauty. Store Manager. Assist with the adherence, implementation and maintenance of labeling, pricing and layout standards in FMCG, Health and Beauty. Assist with goods receiving duties guided by the standard operating procedures. Participates in the delivery of transaction integrity for incoming goods receipts and outgoing returns guided by the company internal control procedures. Assist with reconciliation of daily ZMove Packs in accordance with Receiving policies and procedures.
• Sales Targets: Assists with achieving set store sales targets, including but not limited to FMCG, Health and Beauty. Partner with all head of departments to ensure targets are met. Support management to ensure promotions are effectively executed. Assist management to coordinate with other stores to share knowledge, plan promotional activities, or achieve goals. Maintain awareness of market trends in the retail industry, understanding forthcoming customer initiatives and monitoring what local competitors are doing. Support management to determine all profit and sales objectives and propose strategies to maintain inventory levels and manage all work guided by the store policies and procedures. Propose innovative ideas to senior management to increase market share. Assist in the development of regional retail strategies to raise customers’ pool, expand store traffic, and optimize profitability in FMCG, Health and Beauty.
• Point of Sale Operations and Finance: Assist with daily cash-ups and review of the reconciliation’s packs and paperwork. Assist with the efficient scheduling of the point-of-sale area to maintain efficient service standards. Assist with the monitoring of the store expenses as well as stock adjustments to the correct GL accounts. Support in analyzing and interpreting Financial Income statements. Assist in ensuring all expense (ordering and monitoring) related items are controlled and managed within budget. Support management with transaction integrity throughout the store guided by company internal control procedures. Support in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of branch transactions. Support management to improve cashier service levels and cashier productivity rates. Assist with controlling overtime and casual spend. Assist with sign off and investigation of run ends daily. Support management to disseminate, collate, and report all relevant information between store and department managers. Assist in any internal or external audits conducted in store.
• Customer Service: Assist with addressing customer complaints promptly and regulate both complaints and compliments. Assist with the ensuring that customer request system is operational and actioned daily. Encourage and report on new loyalty signups continuously. Assist with the ensuring of accurate manual processing of points to customer accounts. Assist with providing customers with feedback regarding queries and complaints.
• HR Process Support: Assist with people administration duties, including but not limited to leave management, scheduling, and staff file management. Facilitate human resource processes, submissions, and documentation for the store in compliance with standard operating procedures. Account for the execution and transaction on the workforce management system (KRONOS) within the store. This includes but not limited to master data and transactional management. Assist the store with the delivery of HR policies and system implementations. Support management to ensure employees receive training where necessary and collate feedback from employees on training sessions attended.
• Trainee Programme Adherence: Participate and engage in meetings, workshops, and other learning opportunities. Assist managers and completing assigned tasks for on the job learning purposes. Completion of all required learning programs and assessments to be deemed competent. Ensure Portfolio of Evidence is filed and kept up to date and ensure sign off with Regional Admin Manager.

Competencies

• Essential: Sound knowledge and understanding of retail store management disciplines with retail admin experience. Analyse simple to semi-complex situations, evaluate multiple options, and make informed decisions to achieve. Follow guidelines, regulations, principles, and standards. Understand business complexities. Communicates effectively with all types of people, this includes explaining concepts to first time users. Attentive and active listening. Able to identify and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others. Conflict management, counselling skills and networking skills. Emotional Intelligence. Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Special Conditions

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Local travelling – valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and Benefits

• Market related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Note: ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE 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.

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Overview

Category Buyer – Midrand, Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited, Midrand, Gauteng. Permanent. Closing Date 10 October 2025.

Job Details

• Division HO Division
• Minimum experience Associate
• Company primary industry Retail
• Job functional area Purchasing

Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Head Office in Midrand has an opportunity available for a Category Buyer to join the procurement team. The main purpose of this role will be to manage suppliers, trading terms, market analysis, product selection/ buying, planning, stock management, driving turnover and profit.

Minimum Requirements

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric with Mathematics and Accounting
• Minimum of 3 years Category Buying experience
• Degree or Diploma in Finance/Retail Management or any similar qualification
• SAP BI, Qlikview experience
• Computer skills – (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

Job Specification

• Implement strategies to improve profitability of the category.
• Analyse consumer buying patterns to predict future trends in order to choose most profitable product ranges.
• Manage plans to ensure optimal stock levels for the business at all times.
• Develop and adhere to category plan that includes category sales, profit, market shares, second stock returns, ROCE.
• Ensure a detailed marketing plan is formulated and that it`s in line with the overall company strategy.
• Identify and develop various Dis-Chem category pricing and promotion strategies to ensure customer needs are met while remaining competitive in the market.
• Evaluate product quality by using customer feedback as a measuring tool.
• Report on category plans on a monthly basis.
• Develop a yearly category operating strategy and ensure it is in line with the Dis-Chem strategic category objective.
• Compile reports on relevant products and their sales, quality and feedback.
• Maintain relationships with existing suppliers while sourcing new suppliers for future products.
• Negotiating prices and delivery contracts with suppliers.
• Review supplier contracts and ensure they are valid, in line with industry standards and industry good practice.

Competencies

Essential:

• Knowledge of Industry standards, relevant product laws and regulations, Retail and Buying
• Knowledge and understanding of market trends and competitor analysis, supplier negotiations, trading terms, financial planning
• Brand understanding
• English – Read, write and speak well
• Analytical problem solving skills
• Negotiation and persuasion skills
• Good communication skills
• Need to have an understanding of the financial implications that goes with the tasks involved
• Be able to achieve budget inventory levels
• Ability to work under pressure
• Deadline driven
• Time management

Special conditions of employment

• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport

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 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.

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Trainee Manager – Durban – Pipeline
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
Closing Date 31 January 2026

Job Details
Division
CB Division
Minimum experience
Mid-Senior
Company primary industry
FMCG
Job functional area
Other

Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is continuously looking for Trainee Managers to build a talent pool for their various Durban stores. The aim of a strategic talent pool is to have a readily available and pre-screened group of individuals with specific skills, qualifications, or attributes that make them suitable for future job opportunities within Dis-Chem Pharmacies.

Minimum Requirements…
Essential:

Grade 12/ Matric
Minimum of 1 – 2 years’ experience in store retail management disciplines including but limited to stock management, cash, reporting, expense control and customer service
Computer literate – MS Office
Willing and able to work retail hours
Valid driver’s license
Own reliable transport

Advantageous:

Diploma in Financial / Admin or a relevant 3- year Diploma

Job Specification…

Inventory Management:

Ensures the processing of items including but not limited to goods in transit, cycle counts and physical stock to system matches, stock takes, addressing of shrinkage and overall stock levels.
Ensures efficient stock flow to the sales floor.
Participate, assist, and support in the management of shrinkage. Participate, assist and support in the ordering of stock to maintain correct stock levels FMCG, Health and Beauty, when required.

Sales Floor & Receiving:

Assist with the planning, implementation, and maintenance of promotional stock displays in FMCG, Health and Beauty. Store Manager
Assist with the adherence, implementation and maintenance of labeling, pricing and layout standards in FMCG, Health and Beauty.
Assist with goods receiving duties guided by the standard operating procedures.
Participates in the delivery of transaction integrity for incoming goods receipts and outgoing returns guided by the company internal control procedures.
Assist with reconciliation of daily ZMove Packs in accordance with Receiving policies and procedures.

Sales Targets:

Assists with achieving set store sales targets, including but not limited to FMCG, Health and Beauty.
Partner with all head of departments to ensure targets are met.
Support management to ensure promotions are effectively executed.
Assist management to coordinate with other stores to share knowledge, plan promotional activities, or achieve goals.
Maintain awareness of market trends in the retail industry, understanding forthcoming customer initiatives and monitoring what local competitors are doing.
Support management to determine all profit and sales objectives and propose strategies to maintain inventory levels and manage all work guided by the store policies and procedures.
Propose innovative ideas to senior management to increase market share.
Assist in the development of regional retail strategies to raise customers’ pool, expand store traffic, and optimize profitability in FMCG, Health and Beauty.

Point of Sale Operations and Finance:

Assist with daily cash-ups and review of the reconciliation’s packs and paperwork.
Assist with the efficient scheduling of the point-of-sale area to maintain efficient service standards.
Assist with the monitoring of the store expenses as well as stock adjustments to the correct GL accounts.
Support in analyzing and interpreting Financial Income statements.
Assist in ensuring all expense (ordering and monitoring) related items are controlled and managed within budget.
Support management with transaction integrity throughout the store guided by company internal control procedures.
Support in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of branch transactions.
Support management to improve cashier service levels and cashier productivity rates.
Assist with controlling overtime and casual spend.
Assist with sign off and investigation of run ends daily.
Support management to disseminate, collate, and report all relevant information between store and department managers.
Assist in any internal or external audits conducted in store.

Customer Service:

Assist with addressing customer complaints promptly and regulate both complaints and compliments.
Assist with the ensuring that customer request system is operational and actioned daily.
Encourage and report on new loyalty signups continuously.
Assist with the ensuring of accurate manual processing of points to customer accounts.
Assist with providing customers with feedback regarding queries and complaints.

HR Process Support:

Assist with people administration duties, including but not limited to leave management, scheduling, and staff file management.
Facilitate human resource processes, submissions, and documentation for the store in compliance with standard operating procedures.
Account for the execution and transaction on the workforce management system (KRONOS) within the store. This includes but not limited to master data and transactional management.
Assist the store with the delivery of HR policies and system implementations.
Support management to ensure employees receive training where necessary and collate feedback from employees on training sessions attended.

Trainee Programme Adherence:

Participate and engage in meetings, workshops, and other learning opportunities.
Assist managers and completing assigned tasks for on the job learning purposes.
Completion of all required learning programs and assessments to be deemed competent.
Ensure Portfolio of Evidence is filed and kept up to date and ensure sign off with Regional Admin Manager.

Competencies
Essential:

Sound knowledge and understanding of retail store management disciplines with retail admin experience.
Analyse simple to semi-complex situations, evaluate multiple options, and make informed decisions to achieve
Follow guidelines, regulations, principles, and standards. Understand business
complexities.
Communicates effectively with all types of people, this includes explaining concepts to first time users. Attentive and active listening.
Able to identify and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others. Conflict management, counselling skills and networking skills. Emotional Intelligence.
Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Special conditions of employment:

Willing and able to work retail hours
Local travelling – valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
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 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.

Important:
Our sole purpose is to share new jobs in South Africa with our readers that seek employment. The job shown on this page, belongs to the Company as seen on the listing.

Trainee Manager – Durban – Pipeline
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
Closing Date 31 January 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Clinic Practitioner – Fourways – Midrand

Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Location: Fourways, Midrand, Gauteng

Status: Permanent

Closing Date: 04 October 2025

Overview

Dis-Chem is looking for a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team in Fourways. The key purpose of the position is to manage and operate a profitable, Primary Health Care Clinic that is situated in a pharmacy within the scope of practice of a registered nursing practitioner.

Job Details

• Division:
• Clinic Category:
• Minimum experience: Entry Level
• Company primary industry: Pharmaceuticals
• Job functional area: Other

Minimum Requirements

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric
• Tertiary qualification in General Nursing
• Degree/Diploma in Midwifery
• Registered with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Nursing practitioner must obtain BHF registration
• 2-3 years’ experience in practicing as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister
• Computer skills – Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Advantageous:

• Minimum 5 years practicing as a Primary Health Care Sister
• Patient Record System & CKS & Allegra

Job Description

• Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and industry best practice
• Manage the average “feet-per-hour” rate and set clinic objectives to enhance patient flow
• Ensure all clinic services are available
• Keep accurate records of patient details, and ensure communication is followed up
• Ensure that the Clinic is open and operational according to the hours stated in the operational plan
• Process claims accurately and timeously according to industry standards
• Ensure all stock and equipment in the clinic is in a working condition
• Ensure stock is sufficient in the Clinic according to business needs
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with Patients, Store and Dispensary Manager, Colleagues, Medical Aids, Suppliers/Reps, key community stakeholders, and other Healthcare role players

Competencies

Essential:

• Knowledge of community health nursing, primary health care and/or occupational health nursing, family planning, cytology, IUD, pharmacology, EPI/cold chain management, STDs, emergency care, HIV/AIDS pre- and post-counseling, breastfeeding, pathology, wound care
• Quarterly CPD training; in-service training with Dis-Chem
• Strong command of English (written and oral)
• Understand the financial implications of meeting or not meeting set monthly targets
• Strong analytical skills relating to monthly clinic statistics and commission
• Emotional intelligence; entrepreneurial flair; trustworthy and honest
• Ability to manage team and self; be self-directed and self-motivated
• Time management

Advantageous:

• Bilingual
• Knowledge and understanding of the business objectives
• Baby Immunisation Course (DoH/ Sanofi Pasteur); Family planning (DoH); Primary Health Care Course; Breastfeeding course; Disease management course

Special Conditions of Employment

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Physically fit and healthy to manage a Primary Health Care Clinic
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and Benefits

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

EEO Statement: Dis-Chem 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.

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Clinic Practitioner – Fourways – Midrand Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited Location: Fourways, Midrand, Gauteng Status: Permanent Closing Date: 04 October 2025 Overview Dis-Chem is looking for a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team in Fourways. The key purpose of the position is to manage and operate a profitable, Primary Health Care Clinic that is situated in a pharmacy within the scope of practice of a registered nursing practitioner. Job Details Division: Clinic Category: Minimum experience: Entry Level Company primary industry: Pharmaceuticals Job functional area: Other Minimum Requirements Essential: Grade 12 – Matric Tertiary qualification in General Nursing Degree/Diploma in Midwifery Registered with South African Nursing Council (SANC) Nursing practitioner must obtain BHF registration 2-3 years’ experience in practicing as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister Computer skills – Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook Advantageous: Minimum 5 years practicing as a Primary Health Care Sister Patient Record System & CKS & Allegra Job Description Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and industry best practice Manage the average “feet-per-hour” rate and set clinic objectives to enhance patient flow Ensure all clinic services are available Keep accurate records of patient details, and ensure communication is followed up Ensure that the Clinic is open and operational according to the hours stated in the operational plan Process claims accurately and timeously according to industry standards Ensure all stock and equipment in the clinic is in a working condition Ensure stock is sufficient in the Clinic according to business needs Build and maintain healthy relationships with Patients, Store and Dispensary Manager, Colleagues, Medical Aids, Suppliers/Reps, key community stakeholders, and other Healthcare role players Competencies Essential: Knowledge of community health nursing, primary health care and/or occupational health nursing, family planning, cytology, IUD, pharmacology, EPI/cold chain management, STDs, emergency care, HIV/AIDS pre- and post-counseling, breastfeeding, pathology, wound care Quarterly CPD training; in-service training with Dis-Chem Strong command of English (written and oral) Understand the financial implications of meeting or not meeting set monthly targets Strong analytical skills relating to monthly clinic statistics and commission Emotional intelligence; entrepreneurial flair; trustworthy and honest Ability to manage team and self; be self-directed and self-motivated Time management Advantageous: Bilingual Knowledge and understanding of the business objectives Baby Immunisation Course (Do H/ Sanofi Pasteur); Family planning (Do H); Primary Health Care Course; Breastfeeding course; Disease management course Special Conditions of Employment Willing and able to work retail hours Physically fit and healthy to manage a Primary Health Care Clinic Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport South African citizen Clear credit and criminal records Remuneration and Benefits Market-related salary Medical aid Provident fund Staff

Store Manager Pool – Gauteng

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited • Johannesburg, Gauteng • Permanent • Closing Date 10 October 2025

Job Details

• Division: SV – DG Division
• Minimum experience: Entry Level
• Company primary industry: Retail
• Job functional area: Sales

Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies has an opportunity available for a Store Manager for their Gauteng stores. Be responsible for the overall store profitability. Ensure compliance with the brand values of the company in all aspects in store.

Minimum Requirements

• Essential:
• Grade 12/ Matric
• Minimum of 5 years’ Retail Store Management experience
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Advantageous

• Diploma or Advanced Certificate in Management or BCom Degree, Retail Management Diploma or relevant Commercial qualification
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Unisolv / SAP / Qlikview. Previous experience with Kronos

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with the Budget preparation and maintenance within the store.
• Allocating store funds and defining financial objectives.
• Maintaining statistical and financial records.
• Responsible for all banking functions related to the store including making bank deposits and cash handling.
• Optimise the store’s profitability.
• Participate in daily operational and sales activities to achieve customer service and business growth objectives.
• Oversee pricing and stock control.
• Ensure all expense related items are controlled and managed within budget.
• Ensure all expense related stock is adjusted to the correct GL accounts on a monthly basis.
• Ensure the ordering and monitoring of expense related items within the store.
• Manage total store inventory including planning, implementation, investigation and reporting on all store inventory counts.
• Manage daily stock ordering and maintain correct stock levels.
• Oversee stock takes bi-annually and manage shrinkage, stock flow to the floor and consumables expense within targets.
• Analyse and interpret trends to facilitate planning.
• Investigate negative GP values and controllable errors; verify manual purchases against the business unit.
• Minimise and report on dormant and negative stock; analyse dormant stock reports to investigate.
• Ensure physical stock balances with inventory ledger in SAP.
• Daily management of out-of-stock to maximise shelf availability.
• Manage goods in transit as directed by standard operating procedures.
• Ensure store achieves set sales targets, including health, beauty and FMCG.
• Work with heads of departments to meet targets; ensure effective promotional execution.
• Coordinate with other stores to share knowledge and plan promotions.
• Monitor market trends and forthcoming customer initiatives; assess local competitors.
• Determine profit and sales objectives and design strategies to maintain inventory and adherence to store policies and procedures.
• Propose ideas to senior management to increase market share; develop strategies to raise customer pool and store traffic.
• Ensure merchandisers adhere to Dis-Chem merchandising standards; plan and maintain promotional stock and displays at least 24 hours before promotions.
• Adhere to labeling, pricing and layout standards; approve materials and displays.
• Maintain store condition and visual merchandising standards; plan shop layout and customer traffic flow to maximise sales and brand image.
• Manage cash resources, takings, and banking in compliance with procedures; manage tender discrepancies and float balances.
• Monitor daily takings reconciliation to turnover; ensure transaction integrity and adherence to internal controls.
• Manage cashier service levels and productivity; control overtime and casual spend; sign off run ends daily.
• Follow cash collections procedures; minimize price overrides.
• Provide an above-expectation customer service experience and resolve customer problems promptly.
• Develop professional relationships with customers; ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and comply with SOPs.
• Oversee HR processes for the business unit within SOPs; recruit, train, and develop store personnel; manage performance and development plans; operate KRONOS workforce system.
• Deliver planned training, gather feedback, and grow employees into more senior positions.

Competencies

• Essential: Store retail admin and management experience related to receiving, till operations, cash office and customer service; strong English; basic financial skills (GP, mark-up, VAT); effective supplier/staff interaction; strong analytical, time management, interpersonal and communication skills; basic computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); numerical skills; SAP, UNISOLV & SuccessFactors.

Advantageous

• Basic IR and management training
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Leadership capabilities

Special conditions of employment

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Local travelling – valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• 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 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.

Important: Our sole purpose is to share new jobs in South Africa with our readers that seek employment. The job shown on this page belongs to the Company as seen on the listing.

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