Dis-Chem is Hiring! Apply Now for Retail Cosmetics Learnerships (X50 Positions) – No Experience Needed | Deadline: 18 August 2025

Dis-Chem Pharmacies invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Retail Cosmetics Learnership (NQF Level 3) vacancies. There are 50 positions available across South Africa. The closing date for applications is 18 August 2025.

Are you into beauty, skincare, or makeup and want to turn that passion into a career? Do you dream of working with top cosmetic brands and helping customers find products they’ll love? Then this opportunity is for you. Dis-Chem Pharmacies is offering a Retail Cosmetics Learnership programme where you can get paid while you learn. Even better — no previous experience is needed!

This is your chance to start a real job in retail, learn new skills, and earn a stipend while you train. You’ll be based at a Dis-Chem store near you, gaining hands-on experience in sales, beauty products, and customer service. Perfect for school leavers and young people looking to get into the beauty and retail world.

What is the Dis-Chem Retail Cosmetics Learnership?

This is a 12-month training programme where you’ll work and learn at the same time. It’s designed to help you build the right skills for a future in retail, especially in beauty and cosmetics. You’ll learn how to serve customers, manage stock, handle products correctly, and even give makeovers and product demos.

Whether you want to work as a beauty advisor, in customer service, or move up the retail ladder, this learnership is a great way to get started.

Who Can Apply?

To qualify, you need to:

Have completed Matric / Grade 12
Be willing to work flexible retail hours (weekends, holidays, etc.)
Know how to use a computer (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Bonus if you have:

Experience working in beauty or cosmetics (but it’s not a must)

What Will You Be Doing?

As part of this learnership, you’ll be doing real work at a Dis-Chem store. Here’s what to expect:

🧴 Stock Control

Make sure shelves are always full and tidy
Check expiry dates and report anything that’s old or damaged
Keep the backroom neat and organized
Restock products when needed
Help with stock counts

💄 Merchandising & Displays

Make the store look amazing with clean and attractive displays
Set up beauty promotions like spray demos or mini makeovers
Label products with the correct prices
Work towards sales targets by helping customers find what they need

😊 Customer Service

Be friendly, helpful, and respectful to all customers
Give honest advice about products without pushing them to buy
Handle sales and payments at the cash register
Answer customer questions and help them solve problems

What Skills Will You Learn?

During this programme, you’ll improve on things like:

Talking clearly and listening carefully
Working well with other people
Managing your time and tasks
Selling products confidently
Understanding what customers want
Being honest and trustworthy
Basic computer and money-handling skills

What Do You Get?

A monthly stipend (payment while you learn)
Real-world experience in one of South Africa’s biggest pharmacy chains
A nationally recognized qualification (NQF Level 3)
A chance to start your career with long-term opportunities

Who Should Apply?

This is perfect for:

School leavers looking for their first job
Young people interested in beauty, skincare, and makeup
Anyone excited to work in a professional retail space

Important to Know:

You must be a South African citizen
You must have a clean criminal and credit record
You must be ready to work flexible retail hours (including weekends and holidays)

Only people who get selected will be contacted. If you don’t hear back within two weeks after the closing date, your application was not successful.

Dis-Chem supports fairness in hiring and encourages people with disabilities to apply.

How to Apply

To apply, go to Dis-Chem’s official website or visit the nearest branch for more info. Don’t miss the closing date: 18 August 2025.

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🔥This Could Be Your Big Break – Apply Today Before It’s Too Late!

Whether you’re just out of school or looking for a fresh start, this learnership can launch your career. With no experience needed and a chance to work for a top retail brand, you can’t afford to miss it.

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