Receiving Clerk Opportunity at Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited Brackenfell Corner

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is inviting applications for a Receiving Clerk position at its Brackenfell Corner store in Cape Town, Western Cape. This is a permanent, entry-level retail opportunity suited to an organised and accurate individual who can support the efficient receiving, checking and packing of stock. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring that goods arriving at the store are correctly verified, captured and processed in line with Dis-Chem policies and Standard Operating Procedures. The position requires sound numerical skills, computer literacy and the ability to work effectively in a physically active retail environment. Applications for the Receiving Clerk vacancy close on 16 October 2026.

The Receiving Clerk will be responsible for ensuring that stock moves efficiently through the receiving area and reaches the shop floor within the required timeframes. This includes checking deliveries and invoices, confirming quantities and product variants, identifying damaged or unordered goods and processing returns where necessary. Accuracy is particularly important because the role involves stock records, invoices, credit notes and warehouse claims. The successful candidate will also assist with high-risk stock control and help maintain an orderly storeroom and receiving area. Candidates should be comfortable communicating with suppliers, management, representatives and store staff while maintaining a professional approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately verify, scan and capture physical goods received for the store according to Dis-Chem policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Receive warehouse goods and invoices in accordance with company procedures.
• Return unordered or damaged goods delivered to the store and complete the necessary credit notes accurately.
• Verify deliveries and invoices to ensure that all information is correct.
• Confirm that goods delivered match the goods invoiced and captured, including quantities, product variants and condition.
• Assist the Receiving Manager with preparing and logging warehouse claims on the warehouse claims system.
• Maintain the flow of stock receipts through the receiving area.
• Ensure deliveries are receipted on the same day and sent to the shop floor as required.
• Process returns to suppliers in compliance with Dis-Chem Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensure physical controls in the goods receiving area are in place and remain operational.
• Maintain storerooms in an acceptable, neat and orderly condition.
• Assist with managing and controlling high-risk stock.
• Maintain accurate receiving and stock-related documentation.
• Follow established receiving and administration procedures consistently.
• Support the receiving team with other relevant stock and administrative tasks when required.

Requirements and Skills

• Grade 12 or Matric is essential.
• Computer literacy is required.
• Sound numerical skills are essential.
• Applicants must be willing and able to work retail hours.
• Previous receiving, retail or FMCG experience will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of receiving operating procedures and administration is important.
• A strong command of the English language is required.
• Effective interaction with suppliers, management, representatives and staff is essential.
• Sound analytical skills are important for checking stock, invoices and discrepancies.
• Good time management skills are required.
• Applicants must be physically fit and able to lift and move heavy boxes weighing more than 20kg.
• Being bilingual will be advantageous.
• Experience operating a stock rotation system will be beneficial.
• Reliable transport and/or residence in close proximity to the Brackenfell Corner store is required.
• Applicants must be South African citizens.
• Candidates must have clear credit and criminal records.
• Applicants should be able to work accurately under pressure and maintain a high standard of administration.
• A responsible and detail-oriented approach is important when handling stock and related documentation.

The Receiving Clerk opportunity at Dis-Chem Brackenfell Corner offers a permanent entry-level position for a candidate who wants to develop practical experience in retail stock receiving, inventory administration and store operations, with a market-related salary plus medical aid, provident fund and staff account benefits; the successful applicant will need to combine strong numerical and administrative skills with physical fitness, accurate stock checking and professional communication, while Dis-Chem states that it is an equal opportunity employer, considers its Employment Equity Plan and Targets during recruitment and actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities, and only successful applicants will be contacted, with candidates not contacted within two weeks after the closing date advised to consider their applications unsuccessful.

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