Retail Merchandising Coordinator

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 91,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Employee discounts

Supportive team

Valuable experience

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Retail Merchandising Coordinator to join their Soweto team. This entry-level role supports visual merchandising across store locations, helping to create attractive product displays and signage.

You will implement merchandising plans, maintain presentation standards, and collaborate with store staff to execute seasonal campaigns while gaining valuable experience in the retail merchandising sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or visual display is preferred, though not essential.
• Keen eye for detail, aesthetics, and design principles.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills for liaising with store staff and management.
• Passion for retail, fashion, or visual merchandising.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of visual merchandising plans and guidelines across retail stores.
• Support the creation and maintenance of product displays, window designs, and in-store signage.
• Ensure all merchandising materials and props are organized, accessible, and in good condition.
• Conduct regular store visits to ensure visual standards are being met and to provide feedback.
• Collaborate with store teams to execute seasonal campaigns and promotions effectively.
• Track and report on inventory of merchandising supplies and visual elements.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and creative Retail Merchandising Coordinator to join their vibrant team in Soweto . This role supports the visual merchandising team by ensuring that products are displayed attractively and effectively across all store locations. You will assist in implementing merchandising plans, maintaining store presentation standards, and ensuring an inspiring shopping environment for customers. This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity for individuals with a passion for retail aesthetics and a desire to grow within the visual merchandising field in the dynamic Soweto retail landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of visual merchandising plans and guidelines across retail stores.
• Support the creation and maintenance of product displays, window designs, and in-store signage.
• Ensure all merchandising materials and props are organized, accessible, and in good condition.
• Conduct regular store visits to ensure visual standards are being met and to provide feedback.
• Collaborate with store teams to execute seasonal campaigns and promotions effectively.
• Track and report on inventory of merchandising supplies and visual elements.

Requirements

• Experience in a retail or visual display role is preferred, though not essential.
• A keen eye for detail, aesthetics, and design principles.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills for liaising with store staff and management.
• Passion for retail, fashion, or visual merchandising.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Opportunities for training and development in visual merchandising.
• Employee discounts on products.
• A supportive team environment focused on creative execution.
• Gain valuable experience in the retail merchandising sector.