The Dis-Chem Group is South Africa's fastest-growing pharmaceutical retail group with operations in South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia.
Founded in 1978 with one store in Mondeor, south of Johannesburg, the group has since grown to over 200 stores.
Our Head Office is based in Midrand, Johannesburg, employing over 18,500 full-time and part-time employees.
We believe that in today's dynamic and continuously changing world, our human capital differentiates us from our competitors.
We provide training to ensure our employees receive the greatest possible support to excel in their work and develop as individuals.
Our strategy is built around a pharmacy-first approach, meaning we have a Dispensary in all our stores to service customers whenever they enter a Dis-Chem Pharmacy store.
As a leading specialist in beauty, healthy food, sport supplements, health, and well-being, we offer the widest ranges in these categories and expert advice.
The brand is synonymous with excellent customer service, and we pride ourselves on being a destination discount brand following an Everyday Low Price ("EDLP") strategy.
In 2016, Dis-Chem was listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and is still managed by its founders, Ivan and Lynette Saltzman, who serve as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director respectively.
We have been rated as the country's best pharmacy chain by Professional Management Review and voted as the Best Pharmacy, Best Medical Supply Store, and Best Health Store in The Star Your Choice and Pretoria News Readers Survey.
In 2020, the Group was recognized as winners of the Best Pharmacy, Best Health Shop, and Best Toiletry Store in The Star's Readers' Choice Awards.
Furthermore, we were voted as the coolest Health and Beauty Specialist in the 2016/2018 Sunday Times Generation Next Awards.
In 2014, we received the Leisure Options Readers Awards and were voted the best pharmacy brand by Readers Digest SA.
Our social responsibility program is managed through the Dis-Chem Foundation, which aims to provide care and support to improve the lives of individuals while relieving the burden on communities, family, and friends.
What Our People SayClinic Sister
"I love working at Dis-Chem because every day I get to live my dream of being a Clinic Sister.
Within my role, I serve a diverse client base, which has taught me valuable lessons and has been an absolute joy.
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"I love working at Dis-Chem as it is a great learning environment.
My colleagues are an inspiration as they deliver excellent customer service, a high level of integrity, and are committed to their work – which inspires me a great deal.
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"I am fulfilled in my role as I provide excellent customer service daily - which I am passionate about.
My colleagues are caring, and I learn a lot from them.
I see myself growing at Dis-Chem as there are various learning and growth opportunities.
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