merchandiser
ISCO: 3432. Skills: 40. Essential: 27.
Essential skills
- assess visual impact of displays
- carry out cross merchandising
- carry out sales analysis
- carry out stock rotation
- check price accuracy on the shelf
- execute visual presentation changes
- have computer literacy
- interpret floor plans
- keep promotions records
- keep records of merchandise delivery
- maintain relationship with customers
- maintain relationship with suppliers
- maximise sales revenues
- meet deadlines
- merchandising techniques
- monitor merchandise delivery
- monitor stock movement
- negotiate buying conditions
- negotiate terms with suppliers
- negotiate with suppliers for visual material
- perform market research
- plan retail space
- sales strategies
- show diplomacy
- stock shelves
- supervise merchandise displays
- visit manufacturers
Supporting skills
- address problems critically
- analyse bestsellers
- change window displays
- consumer goods industry
- decide on products to be stocked
- ensure point of sale material availability
- ensure stock storage safety
- liaise with buyers to plan products for the store
- monitor stock level
- organise retail sampling events
- price product
- set sales promotions
- train staff about product features