Sales Merchandiser (FMCG)

Reeracoen Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local trading company is seeking a Sales Merchandiser for its FMCG products, primarily sourced from various countries. This role involves maximizing product visibility and sales through strategic placements in retail stores, collaborating with sales teams and managing promotions. Ideal candidates will possess a diploma in a related field and relevant experience, with excellent communication skills in both English and Mandarin, ensuring effective interaction with stakeholders.

Benefits

Profit Sharing Bonus

Annual Leave: 14 days (Maximum up to 20 days)

Medical Leave: 14 days

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Sales & Retail Merchandising experience in FMCG.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Mandarin.
• Comfortable working independently and with family-oriented companies.

Responsibilities

• Maximize product sales and ensure strategic product placement in stores.
• Assist in executing sales promotions and track product inventory levels.
• Build relationships with retail staff and provide training on new products.

Skills

Communication

Inventory Management

Sales Promotion

Education

Diploma in Business, Marketing-related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job title: Sales Merchandiser (FMCG)
Reference ID: 36492

Our client is a local trading company specialising in FMCG products, primarily sourced from South Korea, Thailand, the Netherlands, and other countries. Their products are well-established in local supermarkets, and they are looking to hire a Sales Merchandiser to assist them!

The Sales Merchandiser is responsible for maximising product sales and ensuring that products are strategically placed to drive customer interest and increase sales. This role involves collaborating with sales teams, retailers, and distributors to maintain optimal product visibility, implement promotional activities, and analyse sales trends.

Reporting to: Sales Manager/Merchandising Manager

【 Responsibilities 】

1. Product Placement & Merchandising:
- Ensure proper display and placement of products in retail stores based on company standards and promotional guidelines
- Implement visual merchandising techniques to attract customer attention and maximise product visibility
- Organize and maintain stock levels to ensure products are readily available for customers

2. Sales Promotion & Execution:
- Assist in the execution of sales promotions, in-store displays, and seasonal campaigns
- Work closely with the sales team to implement promotional strategies and monitor their effectiveness
- Track and ensure timely execution of marketing materials, POS displays, and other promotional items

3. Inventory Management:
- Monitor product inventory levels to ensure stock availability and prevent stockouts
- Liaise with retailers or distributors to ensure product replenishment in a timely manner
- Track product performance and report on slow-moving or out-of-stock items

4. Customer Relations:
- Build strong relationships with retail staff to gain support for merchandising and promotional efforts
- Provide training and guidance to retail employees regarding new product lines and promotional activities
- Gather customer feedback and market insights to support sales strategies

5. Sales Analysis & Reporting:
- Collect data on sales performance, customer preferences, and product demand
- Report key performance metrics to the Sales Manager or Marketing Team
- Assist in analyzing competitor merchandising and promotional strategies to improve effectiveness

6. Field Visits & Market Research:
- Conduct regular field visits to retail stores to ensure product displays meet company standards
- Monitor the competition’s merchandising strategies and provide feedback on trends or potential opportunities

7. Other Collaboration:
- Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to ensure that the merchandising strategy aligns with overall business goals
- Collaborate with the logistics team to ensure the timely delivery of promotional materials and products to stores

【 What you will receive 】
- Profit Sharing Bonus (Every quarterly, past 2 years' record has always been paid out)
- Annual Leave: 14 days (Maximum up to 20 days)
- Medical Leave: 14 days
- Other benefits will be discussed in the interview

【 Requirements & Preferences 】
(Must)
- Diploma in Business, Marketing-related field
- Candidate who do not possess a Diploma but has extensive work experience as a Sales Merchandiser in FMCG (consumable items) may also apply!
- 1-2 years of Sales & Retail Merchandising within the FMCG (consumable items) industry
- Familiarity with local supermarkets and comfortable travelling frequently to retail locations (islandwide)
- Excellent communication skills in English and Mandarin are essential to liaise with English and Mandarin-speaking stakeholders
- Comfortable working in SME and family-oriented companies, and working independently
- Basic computer proficiency, such as for Microsoft Excel, is required

(Advantageous)
- Ability to join within 1 month or earlier would be preferred!

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Registration No.: R1217125 (Yeo Ker Ling Caroline)
Recruitment Licence: 12C5051