JOB SUMMARY
The Merchandising Supervisor has responsibility for supervising/monitoring the activities of the Merchandising team, ensuring that the targeted goals are met or exceeded with the aim of increasing sales within the assigned retail outlets
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise the day-to-day activities of Merchandisers and in-store Promoters
- Distribute tools and equipment to Merchandisers such as POS materials, and the dissemination of information re new products, specials, consumer promotion etc.
- Partner with Merchandisers to ensure that stocks are properly rotated and that out dated or damaged goods are removed from the shelves immediately
- Provide information from the trade to Regional Sales Managers to assist with the planning of promotional activities and placement of major POS e.g. stands, racks etc.
- Ensure that Promoters and Merchandisers adhere to the rules governing attire, behavior, attendance and the overall representation of the company
- Collaborate with Sales Representatives to secure additional shelf facings and secondary displays where possible
- Provide monthly reports re trade visits and general activities in the region assigned
- Execute all other functions deemed necessary for the over efficiency and effectiveness of the department
- Develop guidelines and policies to ensure the smooth running of the department
- Ensure that the department meets the necessary deadlines re the dissemination of information and the distribution of POS
- Make monthly visits to the various regions to assess the efficiency of each Supervisor
- Ensure that the necessary tools and equipment are in stock and available to supervisors for distribution
- Work with Brand Managers to ensure that each brand is properly represented in the trade
- Assign Relief Merchandisers, where necessary, to assist with the work load
- Conduct quarterly assessments to ascertain training and developmental needs
JOB SPECIFICATION/COMPETENCIES [Minimum]
Required Qualification, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
- Tertiary Level Qualifications in Business Administration, or an equivalent field, with at least three (3) years’ overall experience, two (2) of which should be at the supervisory level
- Professional certifications in Sales or Marketing would be asset
- Must have prior experience in the FMCG industry
- Excellent communication skills – both in written and verbal formats with great presentation skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Strong people management, coaching and motivational skills
- Solid and effective selling and negotiating techniques
- Results oriented, execution driven and innovative in thinking
- Strong time management abilities, including planning, organizing and prioritizing workload
- Must have a clear understanding of how the role of merchandising supports sales
- A proven track record of achieving excellent results with merchandising strategies and promotional activities.
- MUST own a reliable motor car that may be used for work.
We would like to thank all applicants for your interest, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.