Dis-Chem Pharmacies invites young, passionate South Africans to apply for the Retail Cosmetics Learnership (NQF 3) 2025.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 08 August 2025
Learnership Locations: Polokwane, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Emalahleni, Nelspruit, East London (South Africa)
Programme Overview
The Retail Cosmetics Learnership aims to equip learners with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in promoting and selling Dis-Chem’s beauty and cosmetic products. The programme places strong emphasis on customer service excellence, product knowledge, and in-store merchandising.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric / Grade 12
- Willingness to work retail hours
- Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Advantageous:
- Previous experience in a beauty or cosmetics retail environment
Key Responsibilities
Stock Control:
- Monitor and rotate stock to avoid expired items
- Restock shelves and report low or damaged stock
- Participate in stock takes and maintain storeroom organisation
Merchandising:
- Keep displays clean, attractive, and well-stocked
- Price and label all products correctly
- Meet sales targets and demonstrate products effectively
Customer Service:
- Provide helpful and friendly assistance to all customers
- Process sales at Cosmetics Department POS
- Handle customer product queries professionally
Competencies Required
- Good communication, listening, and interpersonal skills
- Basic financial knowledge and customer needs awareness
- Ability to self-manage, build trust, and stay honest
- Sales-driven mindset and presentation skills
Special Conditions of Employment
- Must be a South African citizen
- Clear criminal and credit record
- Able to work flexible and retail hours
Remuneration
- A monthly stipend will be provided during the learnership period.
Available Learnership Locations & How to Apply
Below are the available locations where this learnership is offered. Click your preferred location to apply:
- Apply for Retail Cosmetics Learnership – Limpopo (Polokwane)
- Apply for Retail Cosmetics Learnership – Johannesburg
- Apply for Retail Cosmetics Learnership – Pretoria
- Apply for Retail Cosmetics Learnership – Emalahleni, Mpumalanga
- Apply for Retail Cosmetics Learnership – Nelspruit, Mpumalanga
- Apply for Retail Cosmetics Learnership – East London, Eastern Cape