{"id":915,"date":"2026-04-29T20:52:50","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T20:52:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theopportunitygiver.co.za\/?p=915"},"modified":"2026-04-29T20:52:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T20:52:51","slug":"dispensary-manager-traineedis-chem","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theopportunitygiver.co.za\/?p=915","title":{"rendered":"Dispensary Manager Trainee(dis-chem)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dis-Chem Pharmacies<\/strong> is seeking a high-potential <strong>Dispensary Manager Trainee<\/strong> for their Sefako Makgatho store. This role is a unique blend of pharmaceutical care and business management, designed to groom the next generation of pharmacy leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Programme Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong> Sefako Makgatho, Pretoria, Gauteng.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Closing Date:<\/strong> 19 May 2026.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> Entry Level (Trainee Management).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type:<\/strong> Permanent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Industry:<\/strong> Pharmaceuticals \/ Retail.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Leadership Journey<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Staff Supervision:<\/strong> Managing dispensary staff, including the self-medication area, and overseeing rosters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pharmaceutical Care:<\/strong> Taking full accountability for patient needs and providing expert medical advice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Operations &amp; Compliance:<\/strong> Ensuring the store adheres to SAPC (South African Pharmacy Council) and POPIA regulations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clinical Excellence:<\/strong> Overseeing the accurate picking, packing, and labeling of medication while monitoring drug interactions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scheduled Meds Management:<\/strong> Safeguarding Schedule 6 medications and maintaining the necessary registers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stock Optimization:<\/strong> Managing inventory to minimize shrinkage, disposing of expired stock, and ensuring high purchasing compliance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customer Experience:<\/strong> Acting as the &#8220;face&#8221; of the dispensary and managing medical aid claims\/authorizations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>People Management:<\/strong> Leading and motivating teams, handling HR documentation, and authorizing schedules on Kronos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Essential Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Education:<\/strong> BPharm Degree (or equivalent) and Grade 12.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Professional Status:<\/strong> Currently registered with the <strong>South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Experience:<\/strong> 2\u20135 years in a pharmaceutical environment with some staff supervision experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technical Skills:<\/strong> Proficiency in <strong>Unisolv<\/strong>, MS Office, and SAP.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Citizenship:<\/strong> South African citizen with a clear criminal and credit record.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Required Skills &amp; Mindset<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Business Acumen:<\/strong> Understanding the retail and financial side of pharmacy operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Interpersonal Skills:<\/strong> Ability to communicate respectfully and lead an inclusive work environment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technical Savvy:<\/strong> Quick to learn new e-scripting and pharmacy management software.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Physical Fitness:<\/strong> Ability to stand for long retail hours and manage a fast-paced environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Benefits &amp; Remuneration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Market-related salary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical Aid and Provident Fund.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Staff account benefits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continuous professional development and training.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Apply<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Submit your application through the official Dis-Chem Careers portal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmacy.simplify.hr\/Vacancy\/Apply\/zbdagy\">Apply for Dispensary Manager Trainee Here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more related dis-cherm jobs: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dischem.simplify.hr\/#currentVacanciesContainer\">Explore Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking a high-potential Dispensary Manager Trainee for their Sefako Makgatho store. 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