Merchandiser

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Travel allowance

Training on visual merchandising

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a diligent Merchandiser to join our FMCG client. You will perform in-store visits across the Mahikeng area, ensure products are displayed according to planograms, and optimize stock on shelves through hybrid field and remote planning tasks.

The role offers a hybrid model, with travel to retail locations, collaboration with store staff and marketing teams, and opportunities to work with leading brands.

Qualifications

• Experience as Merchandiser or in a similar retail or sales support role.
• Strong understanding of merchandising principles and visual display techniques.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to travel to various retail locations around Mahikeng.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain product displays according to planograms.
• Ensure optimal stock levels and placement on shelves to maximize sales opportunities.
• Monitor competitor merchandising activities and provide feedback to sales/marketing teams.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with store management and staff.
• Report on store conditions, sales performance and opportunities related to product placement.

Skills

Merchandising

Visual merchandising

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key player in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, is looking for a diligent and visually oriented Merchandiser to join their team. This role operates on a hybrid model , requiring regular in-store visits across the Mahikeng area, complemented by remote administrative and planning tasks. You will be responsible for ensuring that our client's products are displayed attractively and effectively in retail outlets, maximizing visibility and driving sales. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for detail, understands retail environments, and is passionate about product presentation within the FMCG sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain product displays according to the company's merchandising guidelines and planograms.
• Ensure optimal stock levels and product placement on shelves to maximize sales opportunities.
• Monitor competitor merchandising activities and provide feedback to the sales and marketing teams.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with store management and staff.
• Report on store conditions, sales performance, and any identified issues or opportunities related to product placement.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Merchandiser or in a similar retail or sales support role.
• Strong understanding of merchandising principles and visual display techniques.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage a territory effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with store personnel.
• Ability to work independently and adhere to schedules, including travel to various retail locations around Mahikeng .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement combining field and remote responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work with leading brands in the FMCG industry .
• Travel allowance and potential for mobile phone provision.
• Training on visual merchandising and product knowledge.