retail merchandiser

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Retail business

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Arrange product according to planogram
• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers
• Maintain adequate stock levels
• Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers
• Oversee distribution of merchandise to outlets
• Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase
• Select and purchase merchandise for resale

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Planogram software
• Spreadsheet
• Internet
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Word

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Buying
• Merchandise needs analysis
• Product selection
• Negotiation
• Pricing

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Analytical