Merchandiser

OceanWave Maritime; Bayan; On-site; KWD 3,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Bayan, Kuwait is seeking a Merchandiser. You will be responsible for analyzing market trends, negotiating with suppliers, and monitoring inventory levels. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills along with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Salary is $1100 per month plus benefits. Visa sponsorship is available.

Benefits

Visa sponsorship

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Merchandiser or similar role.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market trends and customer preferences for product purchasing.
• Negotiate with suppliers for best prices and terms.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely product restocking.
• Collaborate with marketing teams for promotions and sales strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Retail math knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Overview

Our retail company is urgently seeking a Merchandiser to join our team in Bayan, Kuwait. As a Merchandiser, you will be responsible for selecting and purchasing products to be sold in our stores. This role requires strong analytical skills to analyze market trends and customer preferences to make informed buying decisions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market trends and customer preferences to determine which products to purchase
• Negotiate with suppliers and vendors for the best prices and terms
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely restocking of products
• Develop relationships with suppliers and vendors to maintain a reliable supply chain
• Conduct regular store visits to assess product availability and effectiveness of merchandising strategies
• Collaborate with marketing teams to plan promotions and sales strategies
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor offerings

Qualifications

• Indian nationality preferred
• Bachelor\'s degree in Business Administration or related field
• Proven experience as a Merchandiser or similar role
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data and make informed decisions
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Familiarity with retail math concepts such as markup, margin, etc.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Details

• Salary: 1100$ per month + benefits
• Working hours: Full time
• Visa sponsorship: Available
• Travel requirements: Occasional store visits within Kuwait may be required