Merchandising Manager - FMCG

Placements24; Gqeberha; Híbrido; ZAR 650.000 - 850.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Performance-based bonus

Remote work tools provided

Career development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Merchandising Manager for a fully remote role with strong engagement in the Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape market. You will develop and implement strategic in-store merchandising and planograms that optimize visibility and sales.

You will collaborate with sales and retail partners, manage budgets, and guide field teams or agencies to ensure brand execution excellence across all points of sale. Remote work requires self-discipline and clear communication.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in merchandising, visual display, or retail marketing, preferably FMCG.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful merchandising strategies and in-store displays.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, shopper psychology, and visual merchandising principles.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for retail checks and store visits if required.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute comprehensive merchandising strategies that align with marketing objectives and drive sales performance for FMCG products.
• Create compelling in-store displays, planograms, and visual merchandising guidelines to maximize product appeal and accessibility.
• Collaborate with sales teams to ensure effective implementation of merchandising plans at the retail level.
• Analyze sales data and retail insights to evaluate the effectiveness of merchandising strategies and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and manage the production of Point-of-Sale (POS) materials and promotional displays.
• Stay updated on retail trends, competitor merchandising strategies, and best practices in visual presentation.
• Train and guide field teams or external agencies on merchandising standards and execution requirements.
• Manage merchandising budgets and ensure cost-effective execution of plans.
• Foster strong relationships with retail partners to ensure cooperative implementation of merchandising initiatives.

Conocimientos

Merchandising

Visual merchandising

Project management

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Marketing / Business Administration

Herramientas

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading force in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, is seeking an experienced and creative Merchandising Manager to join their team, based remotely but with significant engagement with the market in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA . This role is responsible for developing and implementing strategic merchandising plans that enhance product visibility, optimize store layouts, and ultimately drive sales for our client's diverse product portfolio. You will work closely with sales, marketing, and retail partners to ensure brand execution excellence in store. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for visual presentation, a deep understanding of retail environments, and a proven ability to translate marketing objectives into impactful in-store experiences. As a fully remote position, this role requires strong self-discipline, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage projects and teams effectively from a distance, ensuring consistent brand representation across all points of sale.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive merchandising strategies that align with marketing objectives and drive sales performance for FMCG products.
• Create compelling in-store displays, planograms, and visual merchandising guidelines to maximize product appeal and accessibility.
• Collaborate with sales teams to ensure effective implementation of merchandising plans at the retail level.
• Analyze sales data and retail insights to evaluate the effectiveness of merchandising strategies and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and manage the production of Point-of-Sale (POS) materials and promotional displays.
• Stay updated on retail trends, competitor merchandising strategies, and best practices in visual presentation.
• Train and guide field teams or external agencies on merchandising standards and execution requirements.
• Manage merchandising budgets and ensure cost-effective execution of plans.
• Foster strong relationships with retail partners to ensure cooperative implementation of merchandising initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in merchandising, visual display, or retail marketing, preferably within the FMCG sector.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful merchandising strategies and in-store displays.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, shopper psychology, and visual merchandising principles.
• Excellent creative skills with a keen eye for aesthetics and presentation.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) and MS Office Suite is a plus.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for retail checks and store visits if required.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• This fully remote role provides the flexibility to work from anywhere, with a focus on supporting the Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA market.
• You will have access to modern remote work tools and platforms, along with opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• The company fosters an innovative and collaborative culture where contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• A performance-based bonus is also part of the compensation structure.