Starke Ayres: Merchandiser

The above position has become available for the Southern Retail Region in our Marketing Department based in East London. The purpose of this role is to stimulate and promote sales of Starke Ayres’ approved range of products at store level by ensuring that the products are displayed in a neat, highly visible and attractive manner, within the framework of Company policy as determined from time to time.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Merchandising in retail outlets to ensure shelf space is maximized and products are adequately displayed.
- Assist in unpacking and price marking of Company products at specific retailers where required.
- Ensure that products on display are neatly and attractively arranged and not shop-soiled.
- Ensure that adequate stock levels are maintained.
- Identifies problems and weaknesses that may be the cause of an inadequate stock turn-over and/or poor sales.
- Assist in the erection of promotional displays as and when required.
- Assist the Regional Sales Representative (Retail) during in-store promotions.
- Undertake stock counts at specific retailers as required timeously, prior to replacement orders being taken.
- Assist in the uplifting of stock during the bi-annual polypacket changeover.

**REQUIREMENTS**
- Matric
- Tertiary qualification in Marketing or similar added advantage.
- 1 - 2 years’ related experience
- Good communication skills
- The ability to work effectively within a team environment
- The ability to make multiple client calls per day, work under pressure and manage time effectively
- The willingness to work extended hours, public holidays and weekends when required, as weekend promotions are done regularly
- A valid driver’s license essential.