Merchandizer at Lafayette Resources

Are you a Merchandiser who is ready to take a significant career  move?

We are seeking to fill the position of  a merchandiser for our client in the manufacturing sector.

Our Client is a leading paint manufacturer with over 45 years’ experience in the manufacture of paint and paint related products. Over the years the company has expanded its offering from the initial Economy Range of paints to the Premium Range, as well as a host of other top international brands.

The Company’s paint products are widely distributed in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, DRC and Southern Sudan.

SCOPE OF FUNCTION / KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Will be responsible for operating the physical and online merchandise shops (the e-commerce platform). This include displaying and selling branded merchandise, managing stock deliveries, executing promotions and sales plans and monitoring merchandise trends
• Maintain and create  attractive display of products both physically and online
• Ensure that the right amount of merchandise is available at all  times
• Working with the manager to create a product range, request for stock and create purchase plans in collaboration with the Procurement Office
• Create sales plans for stocked products, drive sales targets and do analysis  of trends for the physical and online shops
• Promote new products and any special deals
• Maintain stocks ensuring there are no stock outs, activate products, capture price lists and amend quantities on the go
• Collaborate with Finance Office and ensure smooth running of operations, accounts, sales and profits.
• Create and maintain communication plans to promote branded merchandise. Help with design and photography of the online products  
• Monitor sales trends and report on the best-selling products
• n Create a friendly buying experience for customers and provide customer feedback reports to the supervisor. Process customer payments at the checkout point/till.
• n Collaborate  with other team members to keep the sales floor area clean and organized at all times.
• n Maintain daily sales records and provide weekly sales reports.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Sales and Marketing
• Minimum 2  years relevant work experience i.e. working in a busy merchandise or products outlet, digital marketing and e-commerce sales experience.
• Fully proficient in Microsoft office suite
• Experience in Social media and digital marketing skills.
• Basic website/e-commerce management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities and interpersonal skills.