Cosmetics Consultant

Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires the committed services of a customer-oriented Cosmetics Consultant for their Store in Douglasdale, Gauteng. You will be tasked with the effective promoting and selling of Dis-Chem cosmetic and beauty products, through excellent and consistent customer service. Essential: Grade 12 / Matric Retail experience as a sales consultant Computer literate Willing and able to work retail hours Advantageous: Cosmetic, fragrance and/or beauty experience Job Description: Escalate serious and unresolved customer complaint to the manager Provide a high level of customer care and service Demonstrate products through makeovers, cosmetics demonstration, spray promotions and/or activities Manage stock levels according to Dis-Chem procedures – report on short, damage and expired stock to manager Ensure merchandising and displays are set up attractively Maximise store income by achieving department, brand and vendor sales Keep up to date regarding products, brands and the retail industry Be responsible for all cosmetics, fragrances and beauty house promotions Manage Salon appointments Adhere to Dis-Chem policies and procedures, SOPs and health and safety rules and regulations Competencies: Essential: Strong command of English (written and oral) Be a team player Provide excellent customer service Understand stock reports and sales (target and commission calculations) Work according to a task schedule Advantageous: Promotions, personal selling, sales targets, customer liaison and product knowledge Previous sales and promotional training Manage expired, damaged stock, and ensure stock rotation Bilingual Stock management Special conditions of employment: Willing and able to work retail hours Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport South African citizen Clear credit and criminal records Remuneration and benefits: Market-related salary Medical aid Provident fund Staff account ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN'T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE, PLEASE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL. Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr