Retail Merchandiser

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career advancement

Employee discounts

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a results-driven Retail Merchandiser to join our client’s team in Kimberley. You will optimize product placement and presentation in stores to maximize sales and brand visibility, analyzing sales data and consumer trends to drive merchandising decisions.

You will collaborate with store teams, ensure compliant pricing and displays, monitor stock levels, and contribute to the store’s commercial success in the South African market.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in retail merchandising, visual display, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of retail sales principles and consumer behavior.
• Ability to interpret sales data and apply insights to merchandising decisions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with store teams.
• Willingness to travel to various store locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain effective merchandising plans and product placement strategies in retail locations.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for product promotion and display optimization.
• Ensure products are accurately priced, signed, and displayed according to brand standards.
• Collaborate with store managers and staff to execute visual merchandising directives and promotional campaigns.
• Monitor inventory levels and report on stock needs and product performance.
• Provide feedback to management on merchandising effectiveness and competitor activities.

Skills

Retail merchandising

Data interpretation

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-driven Retail Merchandiser to join their team in Kimberley . You will be responsible for optimizing product placement and presentation in stores to maximize sales and brand visibility. This role involves analyzing sales data, understanding consumer trends, and working closely with store teams to implement effective merchandising strategies. Your expertise will be key in ensuring products are displayed attractively and strategically, driving customer engagement and ultimately contributing to the store's commercial success in this unique market.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain effective merchandising plans and product placement strategies in retail locations.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for product promotion and display optimization.
• Ensure products are accurately priced, signed, and displayed according to brand standards.
• Collaborate with store managers and staff to execute visual merchandising directives and promotional campaigns.
• Monitor inventory levels and report on stock needs and product performance.
• Provide feedback to management on merchandising effectiveness and competitor activities.

Requirements

• Previous experience in retail merchandising, visual display, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of retail sales principles and consumer behavior.
• Ability to interpret sales data and apply insights to merchandising decisions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with store teams.
• Willingness to travel to various store locations as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Opportunities for career advancement in retail management and visual merchandising.
• Training on merchandising best practices and product knowledge.
• Employee discounts on merchandise.
• A collaborative and results-oriented work environment.