Senior Retail Merchandiser

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits

Employee discounts

Leadership development

Creative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a Senior Retail Merchandiser to lead the product presentation strategy for a flagship store. You will develop merchandising plans to maximize visibility, analyze sales data, and create compelling displays that resonate with customers.

The role requires a strong creative vision, retail acumen, and solid leadership skills to drive performance and brand consistency across channels.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a retail merchandiser with a proven track record.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret sales data and market trends.
• Excellent visual presentation and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive merchandising strategies aligned with sales objectives and brand identity.
• Analyze sales performance data, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities for product placement and promotion.
• Create visually impactful product displays, floor plans, and store layouts to optimize customer flow and drive sales.
• Collaborate with buying, marketing, and store operations teams to ensure cohesive product presentation across all channels.
• Train and mentor junior merchandising staff, providing guidance on best practices and brand standards.
• Manage the implementation of visual merchandising initiatives, ensuring consistency and quality across the store.

Skills

Retail merchandising

Sales analysis

Visual merchandising

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising/Marketing/Design

Tools

Retail planning software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Retail Merchandiser to lead the product presentation strategy for their flagship store in Sandton . This senior role involves developing and implementing effective merchandising plans that maximize product visibility, drive sales, and enhance the overall brand experience. You will be responsible for analyzing sales data, identifying product trends, and creating compelling visual displays that resonate with the target customer. The ideal candidate possesses a strong creative vision, a deep understanding of retail dynamics, and exceptional leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive merchandising strategies aligned with sales objectives and brand identity.
• Analyze sales performance data, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities for product placement and promotion.
• Create visually impactful product displays, floor plans, and store layouts to optimize customer flow and drive sales.
• Collaborate with buying, marketing, and store operations teams to ensure cohesive product presentation across all channels.
• Train and mentor junior merchandising staff, providing guidance on best practices and brand standards.
• Manage the implementation of visual merchandising initiatives, ensuring consistency and quality across the store.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Retail Merchandiser , with a proven track record in developing and executing successful merchandising strategies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends.
• Excellent visual presentation skills and a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Proficiency in retail planning and visualization software is highly desirable.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Marketing, Design, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Significant employee discounts on premium merchandise.
• Opportunities for leadership development and career advancement.
• A creative and stimulating work environment in a prime retail location.
• Performance-based bonuses and recognition programs.