Shelf Packer for Groceries at Pick n Pay in Sandton
Pick n Pay · On Nicol, Sandton, Gauteng
Overview
Pick n Pay on Nicol is looking for a Shelf Packer to keep the grocery shelves stocked, neat and ready for shoppers. You will help unpack deliveries, rotate stock, check expiry dates and make sure customers find what they need. This is a full time, entry level role perfect for someone with Grade 12 who lives in Alexandra or Sandton and wants to grow in retail.
About the role
As a Shelf Packer in the Groceries department at Pick n Pay on Nicol, you will be the reason customers find full shelves and fresh products every time they shop. Your day to day work keeps the store running smoothly and makes sure grocery items are packed, priced, displayed and replenished properly.
- Pack and arrange grocery products on shelves so they look neat and are easy to find
- Rotate stock so older items are sold first and check for expired or damaged goods
- Keep the grocery aisles and shelves clean, organised and safe
- Help customers with friendly service and point them to what they need
- Assist with stock takes, price changes and unloading deliveries when needed
This role requires you to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. You must live in Alexandra or Sandton to be considered.
Requirements
- Grade 12 qualification
- Previous shelf packing, grocery retail or merchandising experience will be an advantage
- Basic understanding of stock rotation, expiry dates and product handling
- Ability to read product labels, shelf labels and pricing information
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work well in a team
- Attention to detail and good organisational skills
- Physically fit and able to stand for long periods, lift grocery cartons and move stock safely
- Willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
- Must reside in Alexandra or Sandton
Responsibilities
- Pack, display, price and replenish grocery products on shelves
- Maintain product availability by monitoring stock levels
- Ensure correct product rotation and remove expired items
- Keep shelves and the grocery department clean and organised
- Provide excellent customer service according to store standards
- Assist with stocktaking and inventory counts
- Support promotional activities, seasonal displays and special events
- Help unload deliveries and move stock to storage areas
- Assist with price changes and shelf label updates
- Identify and report stock losses, breakages and wastage
- Support other departments when operationally required
- Follow loss prevention procedures and security requirements
- Attend departmental meetings and training sessions
- Follow reasonable instructions from supervisors or store management
Job details
- Organisation
- Pick n Pay
- Location
- On Nicol, Sandton, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Entry
- Education
- Matric
- Category
- Retail & Wholesale
- Posted
- 14 October 2026 (3 weeks ago)
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
Hi there! This is a fantastic entry level opportunity at one of South Africa's most loved retailers, Pick n Pay. If you live in Alexandra or Sandton and have your Grade 12, this could be your foot in the door.
When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows any retail or packing experience you have, even if it was informal. If you do not have experience, highlight your reliability, ability to work in a team and your willingness to work shifts and weekends. That counts for a lot.
In an interview for a shelf packer role, expect questions about how you handle busy times, how you stay organised and how you would help a customer. Be ready to talk about staying physically fit and working as part of a team. Show them you are dependable and eager to learn. Good luck!
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