Merchandising Intern
| Location | Randburg, Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Date Posted | September 18, 2020 |
| Category |
Sales and Marketing
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| Job Type |
Internship
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| Currency | ZAR |
Description
“A piece of fine diamond jewellery is a miniature work of art that captures a special moment in time and symbolises our most precious relationships.”
This is the Browns difference.
Since 1934 our family has been crafting the finest diamond jewellery. Classic, timeless and sophisticated designs coupled with exceptionally brilliant diamonds have made Browns the first choice for South African diamond jewellery.
An exciting career opportunity exists at South Africa’s leading luxury jewellery brand, Browns the Diamond Store.
This position fulfils the critical function of ensuring operational oversight of procurement and sourcing processes, as well as end to end delivery of product to a customer. This role presents an opportunity to work with a diverse and multi-talented team of luxury product specialists, and the opportunity to deal with beautiful and unique pieces of jewellery.
This role also presents an opportunity for extensive career development and growth within the organisation.
Duties & Responsibilities
The Merchandising Intern will fulfil a critical role in ensuring end to end product delivery and analysis for Browns Jewellers.
The successful incumbent for this role is required to ensure that the right product is in the right place at the right time, thus ensuring effective supply and merchandising of key products.
This position reports to the Category Manager.
This role entails the following key performance areas:
- Managing levels and distribution of store stock
- Handling supplier / production problems as they arise
- Assessing sales performance of different ranges
- Raising replenishment orders
- Ad hoc functions that serve the dynamic needs of the company which, includes travel to stores if required.
Competencies
- Data & mathematical analysis
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent administration and reporting skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and competency in Microsoft Office applications. This competency will be tested.
- The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with people at all levels of the organisation
- Fundamental analytical and conceptual thinking skills
- A track record of following through on commitments
- Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal ability
- Dynamic and must be able to move between departments as and when required and demonstrate flexibility.
- Own transport and valid driver’s license are a requirement
Desired Experience & Qualification
- Tertiary degree in relevant field (B. Com Consumer Science, B. Com Marketing). An Honours degree is advantageous.
- Energetic and dynamic, takes initiative and high performance oriented.
- Previous leadership roles (formal and informal).
- Any experience in the retail industry is advantageous