Tropical Heat Merchandiser Job in Kenya

Deepa Industries (Tropical Heat)

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.

Functional Responsibilities:

• 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 2-4 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


• Male candidates are encouraged to apply.

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 and expected salary to careers@tropicalheat.co.ke on or before 8th December, 2015.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.