Objective

The role is responsible for arranging and displaying products to attract customers, and analyze sales trends to determine the best strategies. The Merchandising Advisor also collaborates with suppliers and store managers to ensure optimal product placement and availability.

Description

Optimizes product presentation strategies to drive sales and increase customer satisfaction.

Sample Questions

• How to effectively arrange products to increase sales?
• What factors to consider for effective product placement?
• How to analyze sales trends and predict future ones?
• How to strategize merchandising for maximizing profitability?

Key Functions

1. Develop and implement merchandising plans, 2. Collaborate with suppliers and store managers, 3. Analyze sales trends and customer behavior, 4. Arrange and display products to attract customers, 5. Monitor and report on competitor activity, 6. Ensure optimal product placement and availability, 7. Conduct regular product audits, 8. Train store staff on merchandising techniques, 9. Participate in promotional events and special merchandising projects, 10. Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions.

Required Skills

1. Merchandising strategies, 2. Sales trend analysis, 3. Product placement, 4. Store layout design, 5. Stock management, 6. Supplier negotiation, 7. Customer behavior analysis, 8. Promotional event planning, 9. Merchandising software, 10. Report preparation.