Grocery Shelfpacker at Pick n Pay

Pick n Pay is looking for a diligent and organised Grocery Shelfpacker to join the team at its On Nicol branch in Gauteng. This essential role is fundamental to ensuring that our grocery aisles are always well-stocked, tidy, and appealing to customers, contributing significantly to a positive shopping experience. As a Grocery Shelfpacker, you will be responsible for the efficient management of stock, from receiving deliveries to ensuring products are correctly displayed and priced on shelves. Your attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high merchandising standards will directly impact customer satisfaction and store efficiency.

This position is ideal for individuals who are physically fit, possess a keen eye for detail, and are eager to work in a dynamic retail environment. You will gain valuable experience in stock rotation, inventory management, and customer interaction, all while being part of a supportive team within one of South Africa's most recognised retail brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with stocktaking and inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Support promotional activities, seasonal displays, and special events by setting up and maintaining displays.
• Help unload deliveries and move stock to designated storage areas safely and efficiently.
• Assist with price changes and shelf-label updates, ensuring all information is current and correct.
• Identify and report stock losses, breakages, and wastage to management promptly.
• Support other departments when operationally required, demonstrating teamwork and flexibility.
• Comply with loss prevention procedures and security requirements to minimise shrinkage.
• Attend departmental meetings and training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Follow all reasonable instructions issued by the supervisor or store management.
• Maintain professional conduct and adhere to company policies and procedures at all times.
• Ensure shelves are consistently well-stocked, clean, and organised according to merchandising standards.
• Rotate stock effectively to ensure older products are sold first and minimise waste.
• Assist customers with locating products and provide basic assistance when needed.

Why Join the Company

At Pick n Pay, we foster an environment of 'wild growth' where 'happy, enthusiastic over-achievers' can truly flourish. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of a leading South African retailer that is deeply committed to its customers and communities. You will find opportunities for personal and professional development, with training provided to help you master your role and potentially advance within the company. We pride ourselves on a culture of teamwork, reliability, and customer focus, where every employee's contribution is valued. Working at Pick n Pay offers the chance to be part of a dynamic industry, contributing to the daily lives of countless South Africans by ensuring they have access to quality groceries in a well-maintained shopping environment.

Application Strategy (Exclusive)

• Highlight Physical Stamina and Reliability: Emphasise your ability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and standing for extended periods, and stress your reliability and strong work ethic.
• Showcase Attention to Detail: Provide examples of how you've demonstrated accuracy and meticulousness in previous roles, especially concerning organisation, stock management, or following instructions precisely.
• Demonstrate Teamwork and Initiative: Mention instances where you've worked effectively as part of a team or taken initiative to improve processes or assist colleagues, as these are highly valued in a busy retail setting.

Interview Preparation

Prepare for questions such as: 'How do you ensure shelves are always well-stocked, tidy, and accurately priced, even during peak shopping hours?' and 'Describe a time you had to work quickly and accurately under pressure to meet a deadline or complete a task.' You can practice answering these and other likely questions using the Xhosadev Interview Simulator.

How to Apply

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* Salary is estimated based on market research and may not be accurate.

• Grade 12 qualification is a minimum requirement
• Previous experience in shelf packing, grocery retail or merchandising will be an advantage.
• Basic understanding of stock rotation, expiry dates and product handling.
• Ability to read product labels, shelf labels and pricing information.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods, lift grocery cartons and move stock safely.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays when required.
• Candidates Must reside in Alexandra/Sandton