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, Johannesburg, we have grown to over 200 stores to date.
Our Head Office is based in Midrand, Johannesburg, employing over 18,500 full-time and part-time employees. We believe that our human capital differentiates us from competitors, and we provide training to support our employees in their work and personal development.
Our strategy is built around a pharmacy-first approach, with a Dispensary in all stores to service customers upon entry. As a leading specialist in beauty, healthy food, sports supplements, health, and well-being, we offer the widest ranges in these categories along with 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, 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 the 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. I love working at Dis-Chem as it satisfies my need for growth and self-development. I am reminded every day WHY I do what I do. The working environment is as amazing as my colleagues. I am very excited about what the future holds for me at Dis-Chem."
Vusi Sithole, Frontline Supervisor: "Our company slogan is that of 'Pharmacists who care,' and this is embedded in how the company treats its employees. Our work environment is filled with opportunities, which are evident amongst my colleagues."
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