Merchandising Manager

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Company car

Travel allowance

Professional development

Career advancement

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a Merchandising Manager to lead product presentation and in-store visuals for FMCG brands. You will develop merchandising plans, align with sales and marketing campaigns, and manage retailer partnerships to maximize shelf visibility and accessibility for consumers.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, collaboration across teams, and staying ahead of merchandising trends to boost sales performance in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as Merchandising Manager or similar in FMCG retail.
• Strong grasp of planograms, retail layouts and visual merchandising.
• Excellent communication and retailer relationship building.
• Ability to translate sales data into actionable merchandising plans.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Admin or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandising strategies and planograms to optimize placement and drive sales.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to align merchandising with promotions and launches.
• Manage relationships with retail partners to ensure shelf space and standards.
• Analyze sales data to identify opportunities for visibility and category performance.
• Train field sales teams on merchandising best practices.

Skills

Merchandising management experience

Visual merchandising principles

Communication & interpersonal skills

Sales data analysis

Consumer behavior passion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and strategic Merchandising Manager to oversee product presentation and visual display strategies for their FMCG brands in Bloemfontein . This role is crucial for driving in-store sales and enhancing brand visibility at the point of purchase. You will develop and implement merchandising plans, manage relationships with retail partners, and ensure product placement maximizes appeal and accessibility to consumers. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of consumer psychology to significantly impact sales performance within a leading FMCG company.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute effective merchandising strategies and planograms to optimize product placement and drive sales in retail environments.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to align merchandising efforts with promotional campaigns and product launches.
• Manage relationships with retail partners to ensure compliance with merchandising standards and secure optimal shelf space.
• Analyze sales data and retail performance metrics to identify opportunities for improving product visibility and category performance.
• Train and guide field sales teams on merchandising best practices and execution standards.
• Stay informed about the latest merchandising trends and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Merchandising Manager or similar role within the FMCG retail sector.
• Strong understanding of visual merchandising principles, planogram development, and retail layout strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with retailers.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze sales data and translate insights into actionable merchandising plans.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A passion for product presentation and consumer behavior in a retail setting in Bloemfontein .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Company car and fuel allowance for travel.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A collaborative team environment focused on retail excellence.