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General Assistant

  • Midrand
  • Salary: Market Related
  • Bonus: N/A
  • Commission: N/A
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Sectors: Pharmaceutical
  • Reference: 2319617

Apply before Jan 05 2026 | 32 Days left

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Humanatics (Pty) Ltd

My client in the retail independent pharmacy industry is looking for a reliable and physically capable individual to support daily operational tasks across various departments, including consumables management, cash handling, stock control, and receiving. 

The ideal candidate should be hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities shall include the following, but not to be treated as an exhaustive list:

  • Consumables management: Monitor and replenish consumable supplies to ensure operational efficiency in the relevant pharmacies.
  • Cash handling: Perform daily cash-ups with accuracy and attention to detail, following Company procedures.
  • Stock control:
    • Assist with regular stock takes, inventory checks, and reporting discrepancies.
    • Ensuring shelves are consistently stocked and FIFO (First in First Out) – Expiry Date Checks on Products.
  • Physical tasks: Safely lift and move heavy items as required, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Receiving support: Assist in the Receiving department with unloading deliveries, checking goods against invoices, and organizing stock.
  • Display and presentation:

o   Visual merchandising: Designing compelling product displays that attract and retain customer attention.

o   Seasonal promotions: Implementing creative promotional displays to coincide with holidays and special events.

o   Store layout optimization: Arranging the store layout strategically to guide customer flow and highlight key products.

  • Ad hoc:

o   Assisting occasionally on the POS system, where and when necessary.

o   Opening of the front store doors and closing of front store doors.


Required Skills

  • Stock Controller: 2 to 3 years
  • Consumables: 2 to 3 years
  • Cash Handling Skills: 2 to 3 years

Candidate Requirements

    • Ability to lift and carry heavy items safely.
    • Basic numeracy and attention to detail for cash handling and stock counting.
    • Good organizational skills and a proactive attitude.
    • Willingness to work in a physically demanding environment.
    • Grade 12 qualification is a must.
    • Own reliable transport.
    • Clear criminal and credit records.
    • Ideally have 3+ years’ experience working in a retail pharmacy environment.
    • Must have strong customer relationship management ability.
    • Must have Integrity.
    • Good language skills; fluent in English and at least one other official language.
    • Strong interpersonal skills.
    • Remain attentive in an often-busy environment.
    • Be proactive, reliable, responsible, and accurate with an attention to detail.
    • Must be an effective team player.
    • Excellent problem-solving skills.
    • Good time management skills.
    • A professional appearance.
    • Adaptability and have a positive attitude.

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