Sports Merchandise Manager

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Hybrid work model

Dynamic sports merchandise range

Health insurance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a proactive Sports Merchandise Manager to oversee hybrid retail operations, including sourcing, stocking and sales of sports merchandise. You will optimize profitability while aligning with brand standards and manage inventory, suppliers, and retail strategies.

The role blends on-site oversight with remote planning, requiring a keen eye for retail trends and a passion for sports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Retail Management, or related field.
• Experience in retail management or merchandise planning, preferably in sports or apparel.
• Strong inventory management, sales analysis, and visual merchandising knowledge.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship skills.
• Proficiency with retail management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end sports merchandise procurement, including supplier negotiation and inventory management.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to maximize revenue for outlets and online channels.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to forecast demand.
• Oversee visual merchandising and presentation of merchandise in retail spaces.
• Maintain supplier relationships ensuring timely delivery and competitive pricing.
• Develop and execute promotional campaigns to drive merchandise sales.
• Monitor inventory levels and minimize stockouts and overstock situations.

Skills

Inventory management

Sales analysis

Visual merchandising

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Retail Management, or related field

Tools

Retail management software

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and commercially astute Sports Merchandise Manager to oversee their retail operations in Soweto . This hybrid role will manage the sourcing, stocking, and sales of sports-related merchandise, ensuring profitability and brand alignment. You will be responsible for inventory management, supplier relations, and driving sales through effective retail strategies, combining on-site oversight with remote strategic planning. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for retail trends and a passion for the sports industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end process of sports merchandise procurement, including supplier negotiation, quality control, and inventory management.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to maximize revenue and achieve targets for retail outlets and online channels.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify popular products and forecast demand.
• Oversee the visual merchandising and presentation of merchandise in retail spaces.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery and competitive pricing.
• Develop and execute promotional campaigns to drive merchandise sales.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to minimize stockouts and overstock situations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in retail management or merchandise planning, preferably in the sports or apparel industry .
• Strong understanding of inventory management, sales analysis, and visual merchandising principles.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in retail management software and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site responsibilities with remote planning.
• Strong commercial acumen and a passion for sports and retail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Opportunity to manage a dynamic range of sports merchandise .
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance.
• Potential for career growth within a growing retail organization.