Dis-Chem Pharmacies is continuously looking for Cosmetics Consultants to build a talent pool for their various stores. The aim of a talent pool is to have a readily available and pre-screened group of individuals with specific skills, qualifications, or attributes that make them suitable for future job opportunities within Dis-Chem Pharmacies.

Purpose of the role:

You will be tasked with the effective promoting and selling of Dis-Chem cosmetic and beauty products, through excellent and consistent customer service.


Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Retail experience as a sales consultant
• Computer literate
• Willing and able to work retail hours 

Advantageous:

• Cosmetic, fragrance and/or beauty experience

Job Description:

• Escalate serious and unresolved customer complaint to the manager
• Provide a high level of customer care and service
• Demonstrate products through makeovers, cosmetics demonstration, spray promotions and/or activities
• Manage stock levels according to Dis-Chem procedures – report on short, damage and expired stock to manager
• Ensure merchandising and displays are set up attractively
• Maximise store income by achieving department, brand and vendor sales
• Keep up to date regarding products, brands and the retail industry
• Be responsible for all cosmetics, fragrances and beauty house promotions
• Manage Salon appointments
• Adhere to Dis-Chem policies and procedures, SOPs and health and safety rules and regulations

Competencies:

Essential:

• Strong command of English (written and oral)
• Be a team player
• Provide excellent customer service
• Understand stock reports and sales (target and commission calculations)
• Work according to a task schedule

Advantageous:

• Promotions, personal selling, sales targets, customer liaison and product knowledge
• Previous sales and promotional training
• Manage expired, damaged stock, and ensure stock rotation
• Bilingual
• Stock management

Special conditions of employment: 

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African Citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account 

It's important to note that not all candidates in our talent pool will be hired by Dis-Chem Pharmacies, and being in the talent pool does not guarantee employment. However, it increases a candidate's chances of being considered and potentially hired when a suitable position aligns with their qualifications and the company's needs.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.