Merchandise Team Lead

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of the position is to manage and support a team of Merchandisers and Shelf Stackers across the company’s customer base ensuring all deadlines, inventory requirement and customer orders are completed in a timely manner. The role also entails monitoring the Merchandising team activities to support the company’s brand strategy to achieve the annual objectives.

Responsibilities

• Implement brand strategies to increase market share and achieve business goals
• Overseeing, planning and implementation of overall merchandising operations across the outlets
• Drafting journey plans for merchandisers in collaboration with sales team
• Create and plan eye-catching store layouts and displays that showcase the brand to attract customers as per visual merchandising process
• Ensure full implementation of BDA visibility plans & product launches
• Ensure merchandising plan of all NPD’s are properly executed
• Coordinate with Marketing team for the execution of ongoing promotional activities
• Review the monthly sales report and ensure brands are performing positively vs LY and vs budget
• Conduct merchandising fundamental training sessions
• Conduct regular meetings and performance reviews with the team for progress and achieving business results.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience or above in merchandising or retail management
• Bachelor’s degree holder or relevant experience
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and merchandising software.