Senior Softs Merchandiser

Recruiter:

Hewitt Colenbrander Recruitment / HC Recruit

Job Ref:

DBN000219/KP

Date posted:

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
DBN000219 – Senior Softs Merchandiser – Durban North

Purpose of the Job:

Develops and sources products that meet customer needs and drives growth through trends and strong supplier relationships.

Required Qualifications:

Qualification in Merchandising, Retail Management, or a related field.
5 years’ experience in a senior merchandising role in retail, wholesale, or import.
Knowledge of soft furnishings and textiles.
Understanding of retail and wholesale supply chain operations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Develop and manage softs product ranges using market trends and sales insights.
Source products that meet quality, price, and delivery requirements.
Monitor inventory and manage orders to ensure stock availability.
Build strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal teams.
Review product performance and maintain compliance with company policies.

Behavioral Competencies

Strong commercial and product knowledge with margin focus.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Detail-oriented, adaptable, and a collaborative team player.

Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to. Should you not receive a response within two weeks of your application, please consider yourself unsuccessful.

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