Please post
the following Job advert for Deepa Industries (Tropical Heat)
Position: Merchandiser
Purpose of the Positions: To help both the retailer and the
manufacturer maximize sales and increase sales volume. This goal is
accomplished through execution, education, and promotion.
Execution of Retail Sales
Merchandising By:
- Ensuring that a proper level of stock is maintained and by ensuring that the merchandise is displayed appropriately with proper signage and favorable shelf placement. This includes setup, plan-o-gram execution, as well as the stocking, fronting, facing, and rotating of the manufacturer’s products.
- To resolve issues that may arise as a result of audits, and solve problems at the store level in order to maintain the standards established in the initial sales agreement.
- Training Responsibilities of a Retail Sales Merchandiser by: Maintaining a good rapport with employees at all levels is essential, and having effective communication with both employees and customers is critical to success.
- Promotions Responsibilities for a Retail Sales Merchandiser: The retail sales merchandiser will introduce the promotion, gain agreement and support from the store managers, secure preferred product placement, re-merchandise, place signage, and generate awareness and enthusiasm with employees prior to the launch of the promotion.
- Monitoring sales volume, inspecting inventory levels, and maintaining in-store promotional materials are key tasks throughout the promotional period.
- To prepare reports and maintain customer relationships.
Required Qualifications
- Holder of a Diploma or Certificate in Sales and Marketing
- Have 1-4 years’ experience in Merchandising in FMCG.
- Proven experience in Customer relations
Competencies
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
- Highly organized and flexible
- Must be self-directed and able to complete projects with limited supervision
How to apply:
If you are
interested in the position and have the skills and competencies we are looking
for, we would like to hear from you.
Please forward
a copy of your updated resume indicating your current salary and expected
salary to hr@tropicalheat.co.ke before
close of business 25th April 2014.