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Still struggling to carve out your niche? Power up with Timbercity: SA’s focused board and timber specialist Market-leaders, ready to shape your success Timbercity is renowned across Southern Africa for its wide range Exclusive products of timber, boards, shelving and worktops, backed by the in-store These include unique access to new designs and colours (from renowned board manufacturers), as well as hardware, giving you the advantage of high-end style, with the reassurance of established quality. convenience of kitchen hardware and accessories, mouldings, joinery and building materials. Its expert cut-shops offer the value-added services of cutting, edging and drilling. Design technology and access to exclusive products further enhance the power of this growing chain, part of the JSE-listed JD Group. Business set-up, guidance and development Financial, marketing and operational expertise are available from our experienced Head Office team. Both greenfields entrepreneurs and converted businesses benefit greatly from our thorough, customized analysis and on-going support. Marketing – group-wide and store-specific The friendly face of Chippie carries our highly recognizable branding and advertising across South Africa in regular national campaigns. We also provide prompt, professional advertising material (and marketing advice) for specific stores wishing to take advantage of tactical opportunities in their areas. Buying power Our ability to buy in bulk brings the advantages of highly competitive prices, reliable delivery and well-established supplier relationships. Early-bird market knowledge also keeps stores up to date with product innovations and exceptional buying opportunities. Computerized in-store cupboard design A great benefit is our optional cupboard layout computer design program. Customers are drawn to retailers who can help them maximize space, minimize planning time and access advanced kitchen and bedroom styling, thereby offering a complete cupboards solution. Optimizing customers’ retail experience Our Operations team can help get the most out of your retail space, advising on layout, product placement and weighting, value-added services and effective marketing material designed and produced by us. IT: high-performance system Convenient online ordering and tracking, plus up-to-date product files and point-of-sale systems, all streamline the process, eliminating stockouts and unnecessary delays in stock replenishment and management. In touch, on call, communicating, listening Instant communication and response are vital to success and our team is available every working day. We have regular regional operational meetings and national conferences, to share knowledge, pool resources and, most of all, to hear you.