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.