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 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 perform their work and develop as individuals.
Our strategy is built around a pharmacy-first approach, ensuring a Dispensary in all our stores to service customers at any time they enter a Dis-Chem Pharmacy store.
As a leading specialist in beauty, healthy food, sports 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 the winner of the Best Pharmacy, Best Health Shop, and Best Toiletry Store in The Star's Readers' Choice Awards.
Furthermore, we were voted 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, families, and friends.
What Our People SayVusi Sithole
Frontline Supervisor
"Our company slogan is that of "Pharmacists who care," and this is embedded in how the company treats its employees.
Our environment at work is filled with opportunities which are evident amongst my colleagues.
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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 on providing excellent customer service, a high level of integrity, and are committed to their work – which inspires me a great deal.
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Clinic 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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