Merchandiser - BUCO Somerset West

Timbercity; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Timbercity in Somerset West (Western Cape) is seeking a customer-focused stock/merchandising assistant. The role involves managing the customer base, merchandising stock, following up on quotes, and ensuring accurate stock placement and display.

Ideal candidates will have Grade 12, 1–2 years’ experience in a similar position, and knowledge of building materials. A proven track record in personal selling and achieving sales targets is essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 minimum
• 1–2 years’ experience in a similar position
• 1 year’s shelf packing/merchandising experience
• Knowledge of general building material environment is essential
• Proven success in personal selling and achieving sales targets
• Ability to manage and coordinate regular stock takes

Responsibilities

• Manage Customer Base
• Customer Service
• Achieve Sales and Gross Profit Targets
• Administration and Reporting
• Merchandising of Stock
• Follow up on quotes
• Placement of stock
• Returning Stock not removed from location
• Ensure Stock is displayed correctly
• Reporting on Damaged Stock
• Receiving and Checking
• Report on Depletion or removal of stock
• Product Promotions
• Aid customers
• Ensure Merchandising Standards are compiled to
• Maintaining Equipment
• To uphold and promote the company values and culture

Skills

Customer service

Sales targets

Merchandising

Stock management

Reporting

Education

Grade 12

Job description

2026/09/18

Reference Number

301114540708

Description

• Manage Customer Base
• Customer Service
• Achieve Sales and Gross Profit Targets
• Administration and Reporting
• Merchandising of Stock
• Follow up on quotes
• Placement of stock
• Returning Stock not removed from location
• Ensure Stock is displayed correctly
• Reporting on Damaged Stock
• Receiving and Checking
• Report on Depletion or removal of stock
• Product Promotions
• Aid customers
• Ensure Merchandising Standards are compiled to
• Maintaining Equipment
• To uphold and promote the company values and culture

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position
• 1 year’s shelf packing/merchandising experience
• Knowledge of general building material environment is essential
• Proven success in personal selling (achieving sales targets), customer service finding new business (customer) and converting it to actual sales.
• Ability to manage and coordinate regular stock takes