Receive Merchandise 

This Receive Merchandise (NQF Level 2, SAQA US ID 8137) unit standard equips learners with essential knowledge and practical skills to manage merchandise intake, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficient stock handling within agricultural and retail environments.

This course is ideal for:

  • Warehouse and stock control clerks.
  • Retail assistants handling incoming merchandise.
  • Individuals seeking entry-level roles in agricultural trade and stock management.
  • Employees looking to enhance their inventory management skills.

Course price from

R863.00 incl. VAT

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Course duration

1 Day

Course language

English

NQF level

2

Credits

4

Entry level

NQF Level 1 qualification (or equivalent)

Course ID

8137
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Completing this course will enable you to:

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

  • Prepare the work area for receiving merchandise following organizational procedures.
  • Verify that the correct merchandise is received according to documentation.
  • Group merchandise for distribution according to product classifications.
  • Accurately capture and record data on received merchandise.
  • Distribute merchandise according to operational procedures.
  • Comply with statutory safety regulations during the receiving process.

Entry Requirements:

  • NQF Level 1 qualification (or equivalent) in literacy, numeracy, and communication.
  • Basic computer skills to capture receiving data.
  • Understanding of customer and supplier relationships is beneficial but not required.

Course Outcomes

1. Preparation for Receiving Merchandise

  • Prepare the work area according to organizational procedures.
  • Select appropriate equipment and ensure safety compliance.
  • Apply correct safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.

2. Merchandise Verification & Compliance

  • Check and control merchandise against relevant documentation.
  • Identify and record deviations in merchandise quality or quantity.
  • Handle hazardous materials and ammunition following statutory requirements.

3. Merchandise Grouping & Distribution

  • Group merchandise according to classifications and operational requirements.
  • Distribute merchandise following worksite procedures and customer specifications.

4. Data Capture & Record Keeping

  • Accurately capture merchandise data into computer systems.
  • Ensure all relevant documentation is completed and deviations reported.

5. Safety & Quality Control

  • Apply quality control and stock-receiving principles.
  • Restore the work area to operational standards after merchandise intake.

Course Conditions

Pricing is exclusive of Travel Accommodation, Meals and PPE
Pricing is Inclusive of Training Material, Facilitation, Assessment and Certification
Pricing is based on training implemented at KT Academy in Mbombela
Pricing is based on group sizes of 5 + learners in a group
Discounts apply for large groups
Accommodation and meals available on request at additional rate
Special Pricing may apply for Public Training Dates

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Course Curriculum

Fundamental Modules

FM-01: Preparation for Merchandise Receiving (Level 2, 1 Credit)

  • Safety checks, equipment selection, and worksite preparation.

FM-02: Verification & Compliance (Level 2, 1 Credit)

  • Check merchandise against documentation and statutory compliance.

FM-03: Merchandise Distribution & Grouping (Level 2, 1 Credit)

  • Classification and distribution according to operational requirements.

FM-04: Data Capture & Record Keeping (Level 2, 1 Credit)

  • Recording merchandise intake and reporting deviations.

Assessment & Certification
Formative Assessments:

  • Practical evaluations in receiving environments.
  • Written assessments on merchandise verification and compliance.
  • Case studies on stock control and safety management.

Summative Assessment:

  • Final practical and theoretical assessment covering merchandise receiving processes.
  • Demonstration of compliance with safety and statutory requirements.

Why choose our Wholesale & Retail courses?

  • Low-pressure lesson environment.
  • Structured modular lessons.
  • We focus on both theory and practical knowledge.
  • Fully-accredited, experienced instructors.

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