Merchandiser

MechaForce; Sharjah; On-site; AED 38,320 - 51,845; Full time

Job summary

MechaForce in Sharjah is seeking a Merchandiser to plan and implement merchandising strategies to maximize sales and profitability.

You will work with buying, marketing and operations to plan assortments, analyze sales data, manage inventory, and create appealing displays.

Candidates with 2+ years in retail merchandising and strong Excel skills are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Merchandiser in retail.
• Strong ability to interpret sales data and make strategic decisions.
• Excellent communication to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Creative merchandising mindset to develop plans.
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement merchandising plans in line with company objectives and budgets
• Conduct market research to identify customer preferences and trends
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including buying marketing and operations to plan product assortments
• Analyze sales data to understand product performance and make recommendations for improvements
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock levels are maintained
• Negotiate with suppliers for pricing promotions and product availability
• Create visual displays and layouts that enhance the customer shopping experience
• Train store staff on product knowledge merchandising standards and customer service

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Excel

Job description

We are a multinational retail company looking for a Merchandiser to join our team in Sharjah As a Merchandiser you will be responsible for planning and implementing merchandising strategies to maximize sales and profitability

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement merchandising plans in line with company objectives and budgets
• Conduct market research to identify customer preferences and trends
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including buying marketing and operations to plan product assortments
• Analyze sales data to understand product performance and make recommendations for improvements
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock levels are maintained
• Negotiate with suppliers for pricing promotions and product availability
• Create visual displays and layouts that enhance the customer shopping experience
• Train store staff on product knowledge merchandising standards and customer service

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Merchandiser in the retail industry
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and make strategic decisions based on findings
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Creative mindset with the ability to develop innovative merchandising plans
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms from suppliers
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis

Salary

The salary for this position is $1100 per month

Location

This position is based in Sharjah Candidates must be willing to relocate if not already residing in Sharjah

Preference

This position is open to all nationalities However preference will be given to Malayalees people from Kerala as well as foreigners who do not require English proficiency for the job Accommodation will not be provided but free visa and ticket will be included