Merchandising Coordinator

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & development

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng seeks a Merchandising Coordinator to implement visual merchandising plans and ensure attractive product displays across retail outlets. You will coordinate with sales teams and partners to execute initiatives, monitor stock, and provide in-store feedback to optimize visibility and sales.

A strong eye for detail and retail know-how are essential for success. The role offers exposure to FMCG retail environments, opportunities for development, and collaboration with a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in marketing or retail is beneficial.
• Proven experience in merchandising, visual display, or a related retail support role, preferably in FMCG.
• A strong understanding of retail display principles and consumer buying behavior.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to liaaccommodate with store staff and sales representatives.

Responsibilities

• Implement visual merchandising plans and standards across retail outlets to enhance product appeal and sales.
• Coordinate with the sales team and retail partners to ensure timely execution of merchandising initiatives.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure that products are replenished and displayed appropriately.
• Provide feedback to the marketing and sales teams on in-store execution and competitor activities.
• Assist in the development of merchandising materials and guidelines for retail partners.
• Ensure brand consistency and visual impact of product displays in stores.

Skills

Merchandising

Visual Display

Retail Support

Coordination

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Marketing/Retail certificate

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading name in the FMCG industry, is seeking an organized and visually astute Merchandising Coordinator to join their commercial team in Mahikeng. This role is key to ensuring that our products are displayed effectively and attractively in retail environments, maximizing sales potential and brand visibility. You will be responsible for implementing merchandising plans, coordinating with sales teams, and ensuring that retail partners adhere to brand standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for retail presentation to contribute directly to product success in the busy market of Mahikeng.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement visual merchandising plans and standards across retail outlets to enhance product appeal and sales.
• Coordinate with the sales team and retail partners to ensure timely execution of merchandising initiatives.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure that products are replenished and displayed appropriately.
• Provide feedback to the marketing and sales teams on in-store execution and competitor activities.
• Assist in the development of merchandising materials and guidelines for retail partners.
• Ensure brand consistency and visual impact of product displays in stores.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in marketing or retail is beneficial.
• Proven experience in merchandising, visual display, or a related retail support role, preferably in FMCG.
• A strong understanding of retail display principles and consumer buying behavior.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to liaaccommodate with store staff and sales representatives.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Contribution to medical aid and retirement fund.
• Training and development opportunities in retail marketing and merchandising.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment within a growing FMCG company in Mahikeng.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to product visibility and sales performance.