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Merchant Assistant

Merchant Assistant

TruworthsCape Town, ZA
30+ days ago
Job description

Job title : Merchant Assistant

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline : October 24, 2025

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Job Description

  • At Truworths, you'll find a dynamic business environment where our staff is constantly challenged to reinvent the way we do business in order to keep us at the forefront of the South African fashion industry. We have an exciting opportunity that has become available for a Merchant Assistant, and we are looking for somebody who is keen to work with a dynamic team, where innovation is the key to success.

    • Key Responsibilities

  • Systems, processes and general administration :
  • Timeously prepare samples for meetings
  • Maintain an efficient filing system
  • Ensure consistent approach to admin within the department
  • Make suggestions for improvements

    • Sample control :

  • Ensure samples are provided to the relevant parties timeously (Supplier, Buyer, and Quality Assurance)
  • Maintain fit rails
  • Co-ordinate the movement of samples between departments
  • Maintain an organised archive area

    • Qualifications and Experience

  • Matric
  • Previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous

    • Competencies

    Technical :

    Essential Competencies :

  • Computer literate (Word, Excel and Outlook)

    • Behavioural :

  • A sense of urgency with high energy
  • Attention to detail
  • Friendly, team orientated nature
  • Good communication skills
  • Positive and enthusiastic approach
  • Organised and systematic
  • Deadline driven and pro-active
  • Ability to work in a pressurised environment
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