Description
Description
Our client is looking to hire an experienced Merchandiser to produce sales by providing point-of-purchase and shelf management services.
Responsibilities
Plan and develop merchandising strategies that balance customers’ expectations and company’s objectives
Analyse sales figures, customers reactions and market trends to anticipate product needs and plan product ranges/stock
Collaborate with buyers, suppliers, distributors and analysts to negotiate prices, quantities and time-scales
Maximise customer interest and sales levels by displaying products appropriately
Produce layout plans for stores and maintain store shelves and inventory
Forecast profits/sales and plan budgets
Monitor stock movement and consider markdowns, promotions, price changes, clear outs etc
Build constructive customer relationships and team with channel partners to build pipeline and close deals
Remain up to date with industry’s best practices
Requirements and skills
HND / BSc Degree in Marketing or related field
3-5 years proven working experience in merchandising
Highly creative with experience in identifying target audiences and devising campaigns that engage, inform and motivate
Up-to-date with the latest merchandising trends and best practices
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Strong listening, presentation and decision making skills
Commercial acumen and the ability to “decode” customers.
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