Trainee Store Manager at Dis-Chem in Heidelberg
Dis-Chem · Heidelberg, Gauteng
Overview
Dis-Chem is looking for a Trainee Manager to learn the ropes of running a store in Heidelberg. You will get hands-on experience in stock, sales, cash, and customer service while working towards managing your own store one day. Perfect for someone with 1 to 2 years of retail experience who wants to grow into a leadership role.
About the role
This Trainee Manager role at Dis-Chem in Heidelberg is a great chance to learn all about store operations from the ground up. You will work under the guidance of an experienced Store Manager, getting involved in everything from stock management and sales floor setup to cash handling and customer service.
You will be part of a structured training programme where you rotate through different areas of the store, complete learning assessments, and build a portfolio of evidence. The goal is to prepare you to step into a management role when the time is right. You will also help with HR admin, scheduling, and making sure the store runs smoothly day to day.
Important information: Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you have not heard from Dis-Chem within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Dis-Chem is an equal opportunity employer and supports the recruitment of people with disabilities.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or Matric essential
- Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience in store retail management disciplines, including stock management, cash handling, reporting, expense control, and customer service
- Computer literate in MS Office
- Willing and able to work retail hours
- Valid driver's license and own reliable transport
- Diploma in Financial or Admin or a relevant 3 year Diploma is advantageous
- South African citizen with clear credit and criminal records
Responsibilities
- Assist with managing stock flow, cycle counts, stock takes, and shrinkage control
- Help plan and set up promotional displays on the sales floor
- Support daily cash ups and financial reconciliation processes
- Help achieve store sales targets and keep an eye on market trends and competitors
- Assist with point of sale operations and accurate transaction processing
- Handle customer complaints and queries, and encourage loyalty sign ups
- Support HR admin tasks like leave management, scheduling, and training coordination
- Participate in training workshops and complete all learning assessments
- Maintain a portfolio of evidence and keep it up to date
Benefits
Market related salary, medical aid, provident fund, staff account
Job details
- Organisation
- Dis-Chem
- Location
- Heidelberg, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Junior (1+ years)
- Education
- Matric
- Category
- Retail & Wholesale
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
This is a brilliant learning opportunity if you have a year or two of retail experience and want to move into management. Dis-Chem is a big, stable company that values training and growing its own people, so show them you are serious about a career in retail.
When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows any cash handling, stock control, or customer service work you have done. Even casual jobs or holiday work in a store counts. They will be looking for someone who is reliable, good with numbers, and comfortable working with people all day. If you have a driver's license and your own transport, highlight that because the role may involve travelling between stores. Good luck!
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