Retail Merchandiser - Walvis Bay

About the role

Wutow is hiring two retail merchandisers in Walvis Bay on a full-time, permanent basis. Merchandisers ensure the right amount of goods is available in store and sold at the right price, working closely with Sales Representatives to plan product ranges and execute daily sales objectives according to agreed standards, planograms and forward share targets.

Key responsibilities

• Daily in-store merchandising against sales objectives, promotions and forward share targets (displays, gondolas, forward share)
• Display products so they stimulate interest and encourage purchases
• Catalogue stock counts to support quick order generation and placement
• Follow up and control EDI order execution
• Planogram merchandise and rotate warehouse stock in line with FIFO principles
• Prepare claims for timely weekly claims processing in line with the returns policy and targets
• Support stock receipts and offloading, review deliveries against orders and check shelf-life parameters on delivery
• Build a partnership with the customer and achieve the planned volume sales budget
• Control promotional assets and equipment in store
• Adhere to company policies, SOPs and health, safety and hygiene requirements

Required profile

• Grade 10
• At least two years' experience in merchandising or field sales in the FMCG environment

Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and those living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Candidates must provide three traceable references; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.