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Cosmetic Frontshop Assistant - Optenhorst, Paarl North

Western Cape, Paarl

January 17, 2026

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires a Cosmetic Frontshop Assistant for their Optenhorst store, in Paarl Northa. To uphold the merchandising standards whilst supporting the customer service at point of sales in accordance with Dis-Chem policies and procedures.

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Minimum of 0 - 6 months Retail experience
• Minimum 1 year experience within retail environment in Cosmetics
• Certification is Retail or related field
• Computer literate – MS Office

• Ensure that full ranges of products are always on the shelves and neatly presented.
• Maintain the stock on the shelves to ensure it has not reached its sell by date.
• Restock merchandise when needed to ensure maximum sales.
• Be responsible for accurate cash flow.
• Ensure that all line voids and price changes are approved and signed by a supervisor.
• Exchange merchandise for customers and accept return goods by customers when authorized to do so.
• Transact all purchases - receive and processes all payments such as cash, cards, vouchers, coupons, and other payments excepted by Dis-Chem.
• Delivered stock or stock pulled from the storeroom must be stored and packed in the correct space immediately.
• Ensure the stock on the shelves has not reached sell by dates.
• Provide friendly, helpful, and courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
• All out of stock queries from customers must be followed up with the customer service out of stock list.
• Ensure cash is placed in the drop safe according to Dis-Chem standard operating procedures.
• Be alert and verify all payments according to Dis-Chem verification procedure.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem security policies and procedures
• Ensure the use of your code and password is restricted to only you, is safe and is changed regularly.
• Ensure all outgoing stock / items are scanned and paid for.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.

• Computer literate – MS Office
• Customer oriented and Attention to detail
• English - Speak, read and Write
• Merchandising standards and FMCG industry. Working with Planograms. Category Knowledge including promotions, personal selling, sales targets, customer liaison, product knowledge.
• Comprehending fundamental arithmetic’s like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Emotional intelligence
• Accountability
• Problem solving
• Trustworthy and honest and good time management

• Third additional language

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Reliable transport and / or reside in close proximity to the store
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

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