Department: Sales & Marketing
Location: Beterverwagting
Job Purpose
The Merchandising Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating the merchandising team to ensure products are displayed in accordance with company standards, maximizing product visibility, availability, and sales opportunities while maintaining strong relationships with customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise, coach, and support the merchandising team to achieve departmental objectives.
- Ensure products are merchandised according to company standards and planograms.
- Conduct regular market visits to monitor merchandising execution and product availability.
- Coordinate merchandising activities for promotions, product launches, and in- store displays.
- Monitor inventory levels and report stock shortages or merchandising issues.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and retail partners.
- Prepare merchandising reports and provide performance feedback to management.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and merchandising guidelines.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Diploma or Associate Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
- Supervisory or leadership training would be an asset.
Experience
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in merchandising, sales, or retail operations, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory role.
- Experience in the FMCG or distribution industry is preferred.
