Dis-Chem Retail Cosmetics Learnership

Opportunity Overview

• Division: AA Division

• Contract Type: Contract

• Experience Level: Entry Level

• Industry: Retail

• Functional Area: Sales

Minimum Requirements

To qualify, you must meet the following essential criteria:

• Matric/Grade 12 qualification

• Willingness and ability to work retail hours, including flexi-hours

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Key Responsibilities

As a learner, you’ll gain practical skills in the following areas:

Stock Control

• Ensure products on shelves are within sell-by dates.

• Maintain a full range of products at all times.

• Participate in stock takes when requested.

• Keep the storeroom organized, neat, and tidy.

• Report low stock levels, out-of-stock items, damaged, or expired stock to management.

• Facilitate regular stock rotation and adhere to Dis-Chem’s stock control procedures.

• Flatten boxes after unpacking and move them to the designated area.

• Restock merchandise to maximize sales.

Merchandising

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and attractive product displays in the store and window areas.

• Create engaging displays through makeovers, cosmetic demonstrations, or spray promotions.

• Ensure all goods are correctly priced and labeled.

• Work toward achieving sales targets for various vendors and brands in the Cosmetics Department.

• Keep displays fully stocked and facing forward.

• Assist with loading and off-loading stock when needed.

• Report price discrepancies to management.

Customer Service

• Provide friendly, helpful, and courteous assistance to all customers.

• Process payments at the Cosmetics Department Point of Sale (POS).

• Offer advice without pressuring customers to switch brands.

• Address and resolve customer stock queries efficiently.

Competencies

To succeed in this learnership, you’ll need:

• Knowledge of promotions, personal selling, sales targets, and customer liaison.

• Strong English reading, writing, and speaking skills.

• Effective oral communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.

• Self-management and computer skills.

• Trustworthiness, honesty, and basic financial skills.

• The ability to understand and meet customer needs.

Special Conditions of Employment

• Must be a South African citizen.

• Clear criminal and credit record (verified via MIE).

• Willingness to work flexible retail hours.

Remuneration and Benefits

• A stipend will be provided during the learnership.

How to Apply

To apply, visit Dis-Chem’s official career portal or contact their HR team for further details.