Merchandiser - FMCG

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Company mobile phone

Travel expense reimbursement

Regular performance reviews

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Merchandiser to join our team in Vereeniging. You will manage in-store displays, ensure correct pricing, stock levels and presentation across Gauteng FMCG outlets, and gather market intelligence to drive sales.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented and communicative, with 1–2 years in retail merchandising and a valid driver's license for travel to stores. Competitive hourly pay and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; marketing/retail certifications are a plus.
• 1–2 years of merchandising experience in FMCG.
• Strong grasp of retail environments and visual merchandising.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; interact professionally with store personnel.
• Reliable transportation and travel to various store locations.

Responsibilities

• Execute in-store merchandising plans according to company guidelines.
• Ensure products are priced, stocked, and displayed in prime locations.
• Maintain product freshness and rotate stock to minimize spoilage.
• Build and maintain relationships with store managers and staff.
• Gather competitor information and sales data from retail visits.
• Identify opportunities for increased sales and brand visibility.

Skills

Retail merchandising

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Marketing/retail certification (nice-to-have)

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Merchandiser to join their dynamic team in Vereeniging. This role is essential for ensuring optimal product placement, visibility, and sales performance in retail outlets across the Gauteng region for their FMCG product range. You will be responsible for implementing in-store plans, maintaining stock levels, ensuring product presentation standards, and gathering market intelligence. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and has a keen eye for retail display and product appeal within the fast-moving consumer goods market.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute in-store merchandising plans according to company guidelines and retail partner agreements.
• Ensure products are correctly priced, stocked, and displayed in prime locations within retail stores.
• Maintain product freshness and rotate stock to minimize spoilage and ensure optimal shelf appearance.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with store managers and staff to facilitate effective merchandising efforts.
• Gather competitor information, sales data, and customer feedback from retail visits to inform strategy.
• Identify opportunities for increased sales and brand visibility within assigned retail accounts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certifications in marketing or retail are a plus.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in merchandising or a related retail field, preferably within FMCG.
• Strong understanding of retail environments and visual merchandising principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with store personnel.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license for travel to various store locations.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for overtime pay.
• Regular performance reviews and opportunities for advancement within the company.
• Provision of a company mobile phone and reimbursement for travel expenses.
Training on product knowledge and effective merchandising techniques.
• A supportive team environment and exposure to the dynamic FMCG retail landscape.