If you are looking for a retail job opportunity, Dis-Chem Pharmacies is currently hiring Shop Assistants and Cashiers across South Africa. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with retail or cashier experience who want to work for one of the country’s leading pharmacy and retail chains. These fixed-term cashier positions are ideal for individuals who enjoy working with customers, handling transactions, and contributing to a positive shopping experience in a fast-paced retail environment.
About Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is one of South Africa’s largest pharmacy and retail chains, offering a wide range of health, beauty, and wellness products. The company is known for delivering quality healthcare products and exceptional customer service across its many stores nationwide. Working at Dis-Chem provides employees with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the retail and customer service sector, while working in a professional and customer-focused environment.
Job Overview
Dis-Chem is looking for Cashiers and Shop Assistants to support customer service at the point of sale (POS). The successful candidates will be responsible for accurately recording transactions on the Dis-Chem operating system while ensuring a world-class shopping experience for customers.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be expected to perform the following duties:
Customer Service
- Follow Dis-Chem customer service policies and procedures
- Build professional relationships with customers
- Handle customer queries about store merchandise
- Report customer complaints or compliments to the Frontline Supervisor or store management
- Maintain the required customer turnover rate
Cash Handling & Transactions
- Process all purchases and record transactions accurately
- Accept payments including cash, bank cards, vouchers, and coupons
- Manage cash flow responsibly
- Ensure all line voids and price changes are authorised by a supervisor
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Secure cash according to company policies
Loyalty Programme Processing
Cashiers will also process loyalty cards for the following partners:
- Discovery Health
- Medihelp Medical Scheme
- Momentum Multiply
- Legacy Lifestyle
- Absa Rewards
- eBucks
Security & Compliance
- Ensure all items are scanned and paid for
- Follow Dis-Chem security policies and procedures
- Handle daily takings confidentially
- Identify and report suspicious behaviour
- Protect personal POS login credentials
Required Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Knowledge of cash register operations
- Experience processing sales, refunds, and payments
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication skills
- Good problem-solving ability
- Strong time management skills
- Trustworthiness and honesty
- Ability to analyse basic reports
- Presentable and professional appearance
- Strong emotional intelligence and social awareness
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for these retail job opportunities, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate
- At least 6 months cashier or till operation experience
- Computer literacy, including basic MS Office skills
- Strong numerical and calculation skills
- Good command of the English language
- Basic customer service skills
- Willingness to work retail hours, including weekends and holidays
How to apply
Apply here online for Dis-Chem Is Hiring Shop Assistants & Cashiers
Closing date: Not Specified
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