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Homeware Merchandiser Jobs in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Homeware Merchandiser
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Recruiter:
Talented Recruitment
Job Ref:
DBN003190/LP
Date posted:
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Location:
Durban, South Africa
SUMMARY:
A well-established and reputable homeware supplier is seeking a dynamic and experienced Merchandiser to join their team.
This position is based in Riverhorse Valley, Durban.
POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
- Ability to manage and grow a large client account
- Ready to hit the ground running with minimal supervision
- Strong understanding of the industry and market trends
- Skilled at building and maintaining strong relationships with buyers
- Passionate about products and delivering value to clients
- Energetic and enthusiastic about travelling for business
- Identify and develop opportunities within homeware Hards, focusing on underdeveloped but high-potential categories.
- Source and develop products that align with market trends and customer needs.
- Conduct at least two buying trips to China per year, plus min of quarterly trips to Johannesburg.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal teams, and customers.
Requirements:
- 5-10 years of experience in merchandising, specifically within Softs (bedding, scatters, textiles, etc.), with some exposure to Hards
- Proven ability to grow product categories and drive sales.
- Highly self-motivated, dynamic, and assertive, with a sales-driven mindset.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage relationships with both suppliers and customers.
- Willingness to travel internationally and locally as required.
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