Roaming Merchandiser

On the Dot, a subsidiary of Media24, currently requires the services of a Roaming Merchandiser.

We seek to appoint a dynamic and energetic individual to assume responsibility as Roaming Merchandiser, reporting to the Merchandising Supervisor, working 3 days in a week on a fixed-term contract of 6 months. The position will be based in Polokwane and the surrounding areas and the incumbent must have a valid driver’s car and own reliable car.

Main purpose of the role
Merchandising of all products to various stores, to ensure that the products are available and visible to all merchandised agents

Key Responsibilities 

• Daily reports – minimising sell-outs
• Ensure that proper levels of stock are maintained, and that the merchandise is displayed appropriately and favourable shelf placement.
• Monitor sales volumes, inspect inventory levels, and maintain in-store promotional materials throughout promotional periods
• Ensure all products are visible to the customers
• Perform audits regularly, and resolve issues that may arise as a result of these audits
• Handle queries
• Ensure that promotional products are in the right place at the right time, and in the proper quantity and quality
• Ensure all products are available at all times
• Provide service and maintain good working relationships with retailers in order to help both the retailer and the division maximise sales and increase sales volumes
• Solve problems at the store level in order to maintain the standards established in the initial sales agreement
• Ensuring logistical procedures as per SOP completed
• General administrative duties and ensure that deadlines are met

Skills and Competencies
• Action orientation
• Work Ethic
• Integrity
• Networking
• Communication; written & verbal
• Resourcefulness
• Innovation
• Creativity
• Planning & organising
• Results orientation
• Compliance
• Adaptability
• Resilient

Requirements
• Grade 12/ matric certificate
• 2 years’ sales experience
• 2 years’ merchandising experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Must have own reliable vehicle

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups