Job Description
Dis-Chem Pharmacies require a Receiving Manager for their Richards Bay store. You will be responsible for managing the accurate receiving of incoming goods delivered to the branch, and facilitating the efficient flow of goods to the trading store.
Minimum Requirements:
Essential:
Grade 12 / Matric
Minimum of 3 years' relevant retail receiving experience
Computer literate - MS Office
Willing and able to work retail hours
Advantageous:
2 years of supervising/managing a staff complement of at least 6
Working knowledge of SAP
Job Description :
Ensure the receiving department adhere to:
Accurate verifying, scanning and capturing of physical goods receipts for the store in accordance with company policy and SOPs
Receiving of all warehouse goods and invoices
Prevention and return of all unordered or damaged goods delivered to the store, and accurately complete credit notes for non-acceptance
Verify and check deliveries and invoices for total consistency:
Goods delivered are in fact the goods invoiced and captured in terms of quantities, variant and condition
Ensure deliveries are for the store and that the delivery note and invoice details agree
Despatch all returns that are to be uplifted by a supplier on presentation of a pick-up slip in accordance with company policy and SOPs
Prepare and log warehouse claims on the warehouse claims system
Ensure the flow of stock receipts through receiving is maintained, that deliveries arriving are receipted the same day and sent to the floor
Process all returns to suppliers in compliance with company SOPs
Ensure the SL02 returns to vendor inventory list and ME2L open return orders agree to each other and the physical good to be returned on hand
Follow up with supplier representatives as to the upliftment of supplier returns in order to minimise their balance
Oversee and manage return policy: credit note, supplier returns, warehouse credit, and monthly vendor return list
Ensure the receiving department:
Accurately creates and captures purchase orders for the store, irrespective of source on SAP
Capture all goods on warehouse invoices
Accurately verify and check invoices
Capture (MIRA) all invoices that have been goods received in compliance with operating policies
Ensure effective document flow, including capturing and filing
Prepare invoice packs for submission to head office in the prescribed manner
Execute the warehouse credits process in compliance with the company operating procedure
Ensure all physical controls over the goods receiving area are in place and operational
Support the Assistant and Store Manager in ensuring the storerooms are in an orderly state
Ensure no unauthorised access is granted to the store via the good receiving area
Manage and control high-risk stock
Mentor and train Receiving/Capturing Clerks and Store Men to ensure their performance meets company standards and continually improves
Ensure correct staff scheduling
Conduct performance management, staff development and training plans
Competencies:
Essential:
Knowledge of receiving operating procedures, administration
Strong command of the English language
Basic financial skills - GP, mark-up, VAT, etc.
Effective interaction with suppliers, management, reps and staff
Strong analytical skills
Time management
Deadline driven
Advantageous:
Operating of the stock rotating system
Basic accounting knowledge
Portrayal of leadership
Bilingual
Special conditions of employment:
Willing and able to work retail hours
Able and physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes (+ 20kg)
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
Closing Date 03 April 2026