Job Description

Smollan is inviting applications for the Merchandiser (Reliever) opportunity based in Diepsloot, Gauteng.

This is a full-time ongoing contract role for candidates who are passionate about retail, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to contribute to an excellent in-store customer experience.

The successful candidate will help ensure shelves are stocked correctly, displays are visually appealing, products are properly priced and maintained, and customers receive helpful support in store.

Responsibilities

• Count, document, and manage stock levels.
• Unpack and organise products.
• Create attractive product displays.
• Help plan store layouts.
• Design signs and advertisements to attract customer attention.
• Ensure products are properly displayed, priced, and maintained.
• Remove old or damaged products.
• Work with marketing, sales, and other teams to achieve business objectives.
• Provide product advice to customers.
• Handle customer complaints.
• Respond to customer queries and requests.
• Keep the store area and storeroom clean, tidy, and uncluttered.

Key Deliverables

• Accurate stock records and product displays.
• Attractive and well-maintained store displays.
• Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent customer service and product knowledge.
• Maintained store cleanliness and organisation.

Requirements

• Matric.
• English.
• Must live within 15km of the job location.
• Clear criminal record.
• Must have a smartphone.
• Must have a Matric certificate, ID, SARS letter, and bank confirmation letter.
• A Vodacom SIM card is required if the application is successful.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Merchandiser
  • Retail Assistant
  • Retail Salesperson
  • Sales Administrator
  • Sales Advisor
  • Sales Agent
  • Sales Assistant
  • Sales Associate
  • Sales Consultant
  • Sales Representative
  • Salesperson

Skills

• Stock management
• Visual merchandising
• Product pricing and display
• Customer service
• Team collaboration
• Store maintenance
• Product knowledge
• Communication
• Attention to detail
• Organisation

Preferences

• South African candidates.
• Previous merchandising experience or experience in a similar field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with different teams.
• Candidates between 18 and 65 years old.

Additional Information

• Work schedule: Shifts
• Working hours: 9 hours per day
• Start date: ASAP

Perks of the Job

• Opportunity to work with a leading retailer
• Gain valuable experience in visual merchandising and sales
• Develop your skills and confidence in a dynamic environment

Learn More

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