Receiving Clerk - Beacon Bay

Dis-Chem Pharmacies; East London; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmacy chain in East London is looking for a Receiving Clerk to manage the efficient receiving and packing of stock. Candidates should have a Grade 12 certificate and strong computer literacy. The role requires accurate verification of goods received, processing of returns, and maintenance of stock flow. Market-related salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Medical aid

Provident fund

Staff account

Qualifications

• Knowledge of receiving operating procedures.
• Strong command of the English language.
• Sound analytical skills and time management.

Responsibilities

• Verify and capture goods received according to policy.
• Process returns and ensure accuracy of deliveries.
• Maintain the receiving area and manage stock flow.

Skills

Computer literacy

Numerical skills

Bilingual

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Job description

Job title and location

Job title: Receiving Clerk - Beacon Bay

Job Location: Eastern Cape, East London

Deadline: October 17, 2025

Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies' requires a Receiving Clerk for their Beacon Bay store. You will ensure the efficient and accurate receiving and packing of stock in line with Dis-Chem’s SOPs and requirements, and customer needs within the store.

Minimum Requirements

Essential :

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Computer literate
• Sound numerical skills
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Advantageous :

• Previous receiving / retail / FMCG experience

Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurately verify, scan and capture physical goods received for the store, in accordance with company policy and standard operating procedures
• Receive all warehouse goods and invoices in accordance with company policy and procedures
• Return all unordered or damaged goods delivered to the store and accurately complete credit notes for non-acceptance in accordance with company policy and SOPs
• Verify and check deliveries and invoices for total accuracy
• Ensure goods delivered are the goods invoiced and captured in terms of quantities, variant and condition
• Assist the Receiving Manager in preparing and logging warehouse claims on the warehouse claims system
• Ensure the flow of stock receipts through receiving is maintained, that deliveries arriving are receipted the same day and sent to the floor
• Process all returns to suppliers in compliance with company SOPs
• Ensure all physical controls over the goods receiving area are in place and operational
• Maintain storerooms are in an acceptable and orderly condition
• Assist in managing and controlling high-risk stock

Competencies

Essential :

• Knowledge of receiving operating procedures, administration
• Strong command of the English language
• Effective interaction with suppliers, management, reps and staff
• Sound analytical skills
• Time management
• Heavy lifting +20kg

Advantageous :

• Bilingual
• Operating of the stock rotating system

Special conditions of employment

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Able and physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes (+20kg)
• 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

Closing Date 02 October 2025