Import Merchandiser
| Location | Midrand, South Africa |
| Date Posted | March 9, 2020 |
| Category |
Sales and Marketing
|
| Job Type |
Full-time
|
| Currency | ZAR |
Description
Our Client based in Midrand is looking for an experienced Import Merchandiser.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Developing, negotiating and sourcing of new products within an eager team of merchandisers
- Researching local and international trends through store visits, trade fairs and sourcing
- Liaising and negotiating with customers and suppliers
- Travelling overseas to identify trends and select suitable products if required by the company
- Analysis of orders including monitoring of quality control specifications
- Maintaining of the company’s standard operating procedures
- Supply chain responsibilities, including order tracking and admin
- Strict Adherence to sales and profitability KPI’s
Desired Experience & Qualification
- Import Merchandising experience is essential!
- Natural sales and numeracy ability
- High level of attention to detail & urgency
- Assertive with strong administrative skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills (must take a LEAD meetings and INITIATE sales)
- Problem solving, lateral thinker and team player
- Ability to build, maintain and enhance superior client relationships
- University degree
- Min. of 1 Year Sales / Import Merchandiser Experience (Junior)
- Min. of 3 Years Sales / Import Merchandiser Experience (Mid-Weight)
