Dis-Chem, a pharmacy chain with over 200 stores to date, offers Dis-Chem Pharmacies Cosmetics Retail Learnership programme for matric graduates.
You will learn skills focusing on being a cosmetic sales consultant for Dis-Chem. As long as you have interest in cosmetics, sales, and beauty, you can be part of this learnership.
Other requirements related to the programme are explained in detail in the article below. Learn more about the opportunity and how to join by reading the article until the end.
Programme Description
Programme Title: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Cosmetics Retail Learnership
Recruiter: Dis-Chem
Salary: Yes
Location: Magalies Hills
Type: Temporary
Duties
The duties for the learners of Dis-Chem Pharmacies Cosmetics Retail Learnership are as follow:
- Assist with the loading and off-loading of stock and unpacking stock as it arrives.
- Handle all merchandise carefully to prevent any losses.
- Provide friendly, helpful and courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
- Demonstrate products through, makeovers, cosmetic demonstrations, spray promotions or activities.
- Give advice to customers but do not force customers to change their preferable brand.
- Maintain expired and damaged stock by adhering to stock rotation processes and procedures.
- Assist with the counting of stock files and general stock taking when needed.
- Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, merchandising and displays must be maintained in both the window area and throughout the store.
- Present displays in an attractive manner.
- Ensure full ranges of products are on the shelves at all times.
- Report low stock levels, items that are out of stock, damaged stock and expired stock to management.
- All out of stock queries from customers must be followed up with the customer service out of stock list.
- Mark merchandise and maintain displays according to Dis-Chem standards.
- Report all price discrepancies to management.
- Process payment at a Cosmetic Department Point of Sales (POS).
- Implement promotional activities according to business needs.
- Resolve customer queries / complaints.
- Work towards achieving sales targets for different vendors and brands within the Cosmetics Department.
- Keep updated with in-depth knowledge regarding existing and new products, brands and the retail industry.
- Ensure bookings for Salon appointments are made correctly.
- Be responsible for all cosmetics, fragrances and beauty house promotions.
Eligibility and Requirements
Minimum qualifications for Dis-Chem Pharmacies Cosmetics Retail Learnership are:
- Matric – Grade 12 with Mathematics / Math Lit and English
- Passionate about cosmetics and beauty
- Willing and able to work retail hours
- Computer literate in Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Additionally, some qualifications that are advantageous for the programme are:
- Previous working experience within the retail industry
- Driver’s License and own transport
- SAP experience
The competencies below can also be helpful for candidates:
- English – Read, write and speak well
- Persuasive communication
- Interpersonal skills – customer service
- Team orientated
- Time management skills
- Trustworthy and honest
- Basic Financial Skills
- Understanding customer needs
- Creative thinking
- Target and deadline driven
- Ability to work under pressure
- Attention to detail
- 2nd Additional Language
- Ability to understand stock reports and sales
The special conditions below can help for employment:
- South African citizen
- MIE – Clear Criminal and Credit Record
- Driver’s license or own reliable transport
- Be able and willing to work retail hours
Application
You can apply for the programme by heading to this link and choosing “Apply”.
Closing Date
The closing date for the application to Dis-Chem Pharmacies Cosmetics Retail Learnership programme is on 3 October 2022. As the time is closing in, you should apply as soon as possible.
Good luck for your application and hopefully this opportunity will be yours!