Merchandiser

TOPTOUCH MARKETING LTD is a women-owned and led organization, is a Bespoke Below the Line(BTL) agency that provides tailor-made sales & marketing services with the aim to bridge the gap
between strategy and execution, brand connection with consumers and delivery of business ROI

Job title: Merchandiser
Reporting to: Team Leader

JOB PURPOSE:

The holder of this position will be responsible for visibility, availability and the influence of sales at their outlets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Order Tracking: Ensure timely tracking and reporting of product orders to ensure availability across retail locations.
• Product Visibility: Ensure optimal product display and positioning to maximize visibility and brand impact.
• Category Share of Shelf: Monitor and enhance share of shelf against competitors by analyzing category space utilization.
• Stock Management: Coordinate with field teams and supply chain to ensure optimal stock levels and prevent stock-outs or overstocking.
• Space Acquisition: Lead negotiations and strategic planning for additional retail space to increase product exposure.
• POS/POP Placement: Oversee the installation and maintenance of Point of Sale (POS) and Point of Purchase (POP) materials according to campaign schedules.
• Pricing Accuracy: Ensure all products are tagged with correct pricing and aligned with promotional activities.
• Competition Monitoring: Track competitor activities, promotions, and placements, and provide actionable insights to the marketing and sales teams.
• Any other duty that may be assigned

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A diploma or a 1-year certificate in any field
• 1 year experience working as a merchandiser /Brand Ambassador /Sales
• Language proficiency in English and Swahili
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High convincing power
• Time and discipline management
• Have a flexible and available work schedule
• Strong team player with ability to work independently
• Great international skills