Merchandising Assistant - FMCG Retail

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level salary

Brand exposure with FMCG leaders

Hands-on merchandising experience

Supportive team environment

Retail operations exposure

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Merchandising Assistant to support retail operations in Soweto, Gauteng. The role focuses on implementing merchandising plans, ensuring optimal product displays, and supporting the sales team to achieve retail goals.

The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for visual merchandising, basic retail experience, and strong organizational and communication skills to work with store teams and the merchandising manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework in business or marketing is a plus.
• Previous experience in retail, merchandising, or stock management.
• Basic understanding of visual merchandising principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and travel to various retail locations in Soweto.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing store merchandising plans and planograms.
• Ensure products are stocked, organized, and displayed according to company standards.
• Monitor stock levels on shelves and communicate replenishment needs to store management.
• Support the execution of in-store promotions, displays, and point-of-sale materials.
• Conduct regular store visits to assess product placement and brand representation.
• Report on merchandising effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel to retail locations

Visual merchandising basics

Education

High school diploma

College coursework in business/marketing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Merchandising Assistant to support their retail operations in Soweto, Gauteng , within the FMCG sector. You will assist in implementing merchandising plans, ensuring products are displayed effectively in stores to maximize sales and customer appeal. This role is crucial for maintaining brand presentation standards and supporting the sales team in achieving retail objectives. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for visual merchandising, a good understanding of retail environments, and is eager to contribute to the success of leading FMCG brands at the point of sale. You will work closely with store teams and the merchandising manager to execute plans efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of store merchandising plans and planograms.
• Ensure products are stocked, organized, and displayed according to company standards and promotional requirements.
• Monitor stock levels on shelves and communicate replenishment needs to store management.
• Support the execution of in-store promotions, displays, and point-of-sale materials.
• Conduct regular store visits to assess product placement and brand representation.
• Report on merchandising effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework in business or marketing is a plus.
• Previous experience in retail, merchandising, or stock management, preferably within the FMCG sector.
• Basic understanding of visual merchandising principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and travel to various retail locations in Soweto .

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and potential for performance incentives.
• Opportunity to work with well-known FMCG brands in a retail setting.
• Gain valuable experience in visual merchandising and retail operations.
• Supportive team environment and opportunities for learning.
• Exposure to the fast-paced world of retail FMCG products.