Job Description
Retail merchandisers are responsible for ensuring that the right amount of goods is available in-store and are being sold at the right price.
Through smart planning, careful purchasing, and sensible promotions profits can be enhanced.
Merchandisers also assess the needs of individual stores and how they might differ based on factors such as store size and their target demographics.
Typical responsibilities of the job include:
● Working closely with buyers and other merchandisers to plan product ranges.
● Meeting with suppliers, distributors, and analysts.
● Managing budgets.
● Predicting sales and profits.
● Negotiating quantities and delivery timescales.
● Managing levels and distribution of stock.
● Handling supply/production problems as they arise.
● Setting stock promotions/price reductions as appropriate.
● Making financial presentations to senior managers.
● Assessing sales performance of different ranges.
