Retail Merchandiser at Dis-Chem Pharmacies Bloemfontein

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is currently recruiting a proactive and customer-focused Retail Merchandiser to join the store team situated at Preller Square in Bloemfontein, Free State. This role plays a frontline operational function in maintaining Dis-Chem's high visual merchandising standards, ensuring shelves remain consistently stocked, accurately priced, and aesthetically organized to maximize sales opportunities and enhance customer satisfaction.

As an integral member of the retail operations team, the merchandiser bridges the storeroom and the shop floor. The position demands an individual who takes pride in product presentation, enjoys customer interactions, and works diligently to support store inventory workflows within a thriving pharmaceutical retail environment.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Replenish merchandise on sales shelves continuously to ensure maximum product availability and sales volume.
• Receive, unpack, and arrange inventory transferred from the stockroom in accordance with allocated floor space and timeframes.
• Implement strict product rotation following First-In, First-Out (FIFO) principles and monitor sell-by dates to prevent expired stock.
• Execute established Dis-Chem visual merchandising standards, planograms, and display layouts across all designated aisles.
• Inspect shelf pricing and promotional signage regularly, reporting discrepancies or unlabelled stock to management.
• Conduct accurate stock counting during periodic stocktaking exercises and assist with back-shopping activities.
• Provide welcoming, courteous service to shoppers by guiding them to products and resolving merchandise inquiries.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

• Maintains a neat, professional appearance and projects a helpful demeanor in all shopper interactions.
• Demonstrates reliable work ethic, strong time-management capabilities, and honesty in handling stock.
• Communicates effectively in English with customers, team peers, and retail branch management.
• Shows physical stamina and agility required to unpack stock crates and keep retail floor displays orderly.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for an entry-level retail merchandiser role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R4,500 – R6,500 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Dis-Chem Pharmacies offers extensive internal workplace training on fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) merchandising, inventory management systems, and customer excellence. Dedicated merchandisers gain valuable foundational experience that paves the way for internal career advancement into senior merchandising, floor supervision, inventory receiving, or retail sales management.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Eligible candidates meeting all minimum criteria are encouraged to submit their formal applications via the Dis-Chem recruitment platform. Ensure your CV clearly indicates your educational background, residential location, and contact information. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Dis-Chem is committed to Employment Equity principles.

• Grade 12 / Matric qualification.
• Up to 6 months of retail or merchandising experience (at least 1 year is advantageous).
• Computer literacy with basic proficiency in MS Office.
• South African citizenship with clear credit and criminal verification checks.
• Physically fit and able to lift and move heavy cartons in accordance with safety standards.
• Willing and able to work standard retail trading hours, weekends, and public holidays.
• Reside in close proximity to Preller Square, Bloemfontein or possess reliable transport.