• We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated General Merchandise Specialist to join our team! As a General Merchandise Coordinator, you will guide and support the stores on the overall running of the department.
• Ensure the required performance of the department, as well as the adherence to standards
• Matric Grade 12
• Minimum of 5 years experience in General Merchandise Management
• Retail Management Diploma (advantageous)
• Valid SA ID
• Valid Drivers Licence

Competencies

• Leading Teams
• Customer Centric
• Judgement and Decision making
• Innovation
• Sound Administration
• Building Relationships
• Sales and profitability
• Problem Solving
• Understand key drivers desired outcomes and General merchandise standards
• Regular communication with division, store and instore management
• Identify and implement contingency plans to close performance gaps
• Maintain a solid working knowledge of assigned business area industry and market knowledge and trends
• Use your knowledge of industry practices, business area, business trends, trade patterns and the competitive environment to develop trading plans
• Develop and recommend business strategies that target growth
• Make specific recommendations for development on company initiatives
• Implement action plans to enable the attainment of financial goals, leveraging knowledge of factors and trends that are likely to impact financial performance
• Monitor budgets and take action to align sales
• Train and develop in-store Management
• Assist stores with stock takes and compile store reports
• Ensure that  display and quality standards are adhered to