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Position Summary :

The Merchandising and Planograming Manager is responsible for defining and driving an agile merchandising and planogramming strategy in order to best present our ranges, support sales and maximise profits.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities for Merchandising and Planograming Manager Jobs in Malta

Construct and update a full planograming and merchandising presentation for actual and new stores
Support Category Management work and analysis in order to maximize shelving revenues
Assist Buyers to plan the type of merchandise required and how much stock is needed.
Ensure products are located in the appropriate shelves and that the required stock levels are available.
Ensure that products are priced at the appropriate value.
Seek information on customers’ reactions to products.
Liaise with the marketing department to develop marketing initiatives and oversee promotional campaigns.
Monitor competitors’ products and pricing strategies.
Put forward recommendations for new merchandise.
Detect and resolve any manufacturing and supply issues.
Suggest displays to the Store Manager.
Make a sketch or model of the display.
Purchase or create props for the display.
Assemble the display using a variety of materials.
Replace signage, window displays and all POS MERCHANDISING on a regular basis.

Physical Requirements/ Working Conditions

The role is on a full-time basis from Monday to Friday.
It is to be expected to work on Saturdays and/ or Sundays and for longer hours during busy periods.
The time is to be divided between the office and the store.

Education & Licenses Required for Merchandising and Planograming Manager Jobs in Malta

Although no specific educational requirements are needed to work as a Merchandiser and Planograming managing, a qualification in a relevant area to the sector is considered as an asset.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Qualities/ Tools & equipment used for Merchandising and Planograming Manager Jobs in Malta

Candidate is expected to have:

Commercial and business awareness
Experience in merchandising and planogram within home improvements and diy retailers is, more than welcomed
The ability to negotiate and network successfully
The ability to adapt to different client needs and to develop and maintain successful working relationships
Knowledge of sales and marketing techniques, as well as consumer psychology
The ability to keep updated with regards to new products on the market
The ability to display products in an attractive manner
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, excellent analytical, communication and federating skills / preferred master data management experience / merchandising and planograming needed software experts.
Interpersonal skills
IT skills
Numeracy skills
Presentation skills
Problem solving and decision-making skills
Organisational and planning skills
The ability to multitask
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
A flair for design
A sense of initiative
A well-groomed appearance
Adaptability
Attention to detail
Creativity
Critical thinking skill

Terms

Merchandising and Planograming Manager