Retail Merchandising Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Employee discounts on merchandise

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a creative Retail Merchandising Specialist to craft visually appealing product displays that boost sales and enhance the customer experience. The role blends on-site execution with remote analysis and strategy development in a hybrid setup.

You will collaborate with store teams, monitor displays, analyze sales data, and stay ahead of industry trends to drive impactful product presentation and shopper engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Merchandising Specialist, Visual Merchandiser, or in a similar retail display role.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative and effective merchandising solutions.
• Excellent understanding of retail display principles, color theory, and spatial planning.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with store teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel to various store locations within the Randburg area.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating impactful retail environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement in-store merchandising strategies to maximize product visibility and sales.
• Create compelling product displays, signage, and promotional setups according to brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with store managers and staff to ensure consistent execution of merchandising plans.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with stock management to ensure product availability for displays.
• Analyze sales data and customer traffic patterns to identify opportunities for merchandising improvements.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor strategies, and best practices in visual merchandising.
• Manage and maintain merchandising fixtures, props, and display materials.
• Conduct regular store visits to assess display effectiveness and provide feedback.

Skills

Merchandising

Visual Merchandising

Data analysis

Communication

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and strategic Retail Merchandising Specialist to join their vibrant team in **Randburg**, Gauteng. This role is instrumental in creating visually appealing and commercially effective product displays that drive sales and enhance the customer shopping experience. You will be responsible for implementing merchandising plans, ensuring product presentation standards are met, and collaborating with store teams to optimize product placement. This hybrid position allows for on-site execution and planning, coupled with remote flexibility for analysis and strategy development. If you have a strong understanding of retail display principles and a passion for product presentation, this opportunity in **Randburg** is ideal.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement in-store merchandising strategies to maximize product visibility and sales.
• Create compelling product displays, signage, and promotional setups according to brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with store managers and staff to ensure consistent execution of merchandising plans.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with stock management to ensure product availability for displays.
• Analyze sales data and customer traffic patterns to identify opportunities for merchandising improvements.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor strategies, and best practices in visual merchandising.
• Manage and maintain merchandising fixtures, props, and display materials.
• Conduct regular store visits to assess display effectiveness and provide feedback.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Merchandising Specialist, Visual Merchandiser, or in a similar retail display role.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative and effective merchandising solutions.
• Excellent understanding of retail display principles, color theory, and spatial planning.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with store teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel to various store locations within the **Randburg** area.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating impactful retail environments.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary, commensurate with your skills and experience.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Opportunity to directly influence product presentation and sales performance.
• Access to resources and tools to support creative execution.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of merchandise.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development.