Vacant Jobs at Shoprite Group of Companies

Purpose of the Job    

• The successful candidate must warmly welcome visitors and effectively manage the switchboard to ensure that calls are correctly and efficiently routed and that messages are delivered to the right staff without delay.
• Key performance areas will include switchboard management and reception.

Job Objectives    

• Answer all incoming calls, provide detailed and relevant information to the caller and transfer the call to the appropriate source if requested. 
• Relay messages to the proper location within the organization, which may entail writing down the contact details of the person who called and providing it to the relevant individual.
• Manage boardroom bookings.
• Receive all company mail and deliver it to the right person
• Maintain and update company’s phone directory and ensure switchboard systems work effectively at all times.
• Conduct administrative tasks.
• Keep a safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Assisting clients with stock collections and payments.

Qualifications    

Essential

• Grade 12 qualification

Experience    

Essential

• 1+ year experience as a receptionist and working with switchboard.

Knowledge and Skills    

• Knowledge of switchboards and phone systems
• Excellent telephone etiquette and good language skills
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Punctual and must be able to work under pressure
• Fluent in English as well as at least one other official language
• Computer-literate (Excel/word)
• Excellent typing skills

Closing Date    

• 2025/10/28

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Purpose of the Job    

• Medirite Upington is seeking a dedicated, customer-oriented pharmacist to join our dynamic team.

Key Performance Areas include:

INDIVIDUAL

• Dispensing

OPERATING RESULTS ACHIEVED THROUGH DELEGATED TASKS

• Pharmacy administration
• Housekeeping
• Stock control
• Customer service
• Sales
• Compliance
• Marketing campaigns

MANAGEMENT

• Operational work planning
• Priority setting and scheduling of staff
• Operational performance monitoring
• People and enabling capacity management/Resourcing
• Manage cross-functional relationships e.g. with Prescribers, Suppliers, Head Office, Store manager, Cash office
• Resolve escalated operational issues
• Budget management

LEADERSHIP

• Developing and tutoring staff, interns and assistants
• Motivate and discipline team
• Our Group and all its operating companies are committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included.

Job Objectives    

INDIVIDUAL

• Dispensing

OPERATING RESULTS ACHIEVED THROUGH DELEGATED TASKS

• Pharmacy administration
• Housekeeping
• Stock control
• Customer service
• Sales
• Compliance
• Marketing campaigns

MANAGEMENT

• Operational work planning
• Priority setting and scheduling of staff
• Operational performance monitoring
• People and enabling capacity management/Resourcing
• Manage cross-functional relationships e.g. with Prescribers, Suppliers, Head Office, Store manager, Cash office
• Resolve escalated operational issues
• Budget management
• LEADERSHIP
• Developing and tutoring of staff, interns and assistants
• Motivate and discipline team

Qualifications    

Essential

• Bachelor of Pharmacy degree/ equivalent qualification 
• Registered as a pharmacist at the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)

Desirable

• Registered as a tutor

Experience    

Desirable

• Experience in managing staff
• Experience working in a retail pharmacy environment

Knowledge and Skills    

• Knowledge of Retail operations (Advantageous)
• Knowledge of dispensing systems and ordering systems
• Knowledgeable with regards to pharmacy legislation
• Knowledge of financial management principles and systems
• Computer literacy – MS Office skills
• Unisolv experience
• Marconi experience (advantageous)
• Effective conflict management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer centric skills
• Excellent organizing and planning skills
• High level of attention to detail

Closing Date    

• 2025/10/28