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FMCG Industry. A Merchandiser will work closely with a Buyer to ensure the product that's bought will enable them to achieve the sales plan. It's often explained as getting the right merchandise, in the right place, at the right time, in the right quantities at the right price.
Never just say this in response when someone asks you what merchandising is, as this doesn't take into consideration all the planning and strategy that goes on prior to getting the stock into stores. You need to give a more considered answer and this will really pay off at interview.
The objective of the merchandising management team is to get the correct balance between the expectations of the customer and the objectives of the company's financial strategy. The Merchandiser is instrumental in all commercial decisions such as how much money should be spent, how many different lines should be bought and in what quantity, involvement in setting selling prices to regulate profit and decisions on when the stocks should be delivered into the business.
Each mistake or miscalculation has a "multiplier effect" resulting in potentially huge losses. A Merchandiser is effectively running an area of the business and will be responsible for a greater turnover than many Managing Directors of small public companies.
Where do I start? Graduates will start their careers at Allocator or Merchandise Admin Assistant level where you learn ground rules of the business and all the merchandising principles. What will I be doing? The your main responsibility will be to analyse data for weekly reviews of sales and assist the Merchandiser in following the merchandise plans by allocating stock to the stores.
You will also be given responsibility for chasing suppliers for delivery of stock to the right place, on time. As the stock will come from several suppliers, sending out thousands of units at different times this is a complex, logistical role. It is essential that you have the following: - A numerate degree i.
The aim of the Merchandiser is to Maximize Profits. You therefore need the following essential attributes. Analytical Skills You need to enjoy analysing data and using this to identify trends and potential risks and opportunities.
You should be comfortable with basic Statistics. Communication Skills You will need excellent communication skills, as you will be dealing with your teams, other teams internally, possibly right up to your MD, with suppliers and stores.
A graduate will often join a scheme as a trainee assistant merchandiser and they will normally work across a range of departments in order to gain experience. For example, within a supermarket chain a graduate might work in clothing and then electronics.
There is great potential for quick progression within merchandising. As you gain experience, you will most likely become an assistant merchandiser responsible for a small range. Eventually, you may progress to being a merchandiser, overseeing a large area within a department. In smaller businesses you may be responsible for a whole department. Careers advice. Merchandising: area of work Merchandisers put their analytical skills into practice to decide what should be sold where and the quantity of stock that is required.
The decisions that a merchandiser makes are crucial to the success of the business. What is merchandising? What is the relationship between merchandisers and buyers? Find out more about what being a buyer involves What degree background or qualification do I need for a career in merchandising?
A love of retail and good commercial awareness Excellent data analysis skills and confidence working with numbers Presentation skills and the ability to explain data clearly The ability to use database and spreadsheet software Strong decision-making skills The ability to identify and offer effective solutions to problems Good communication and teamwork skills. Merchandising graduate schemes Graduate schemes are a great way to start out in a particular area of retail and to gain the skills and experience needed to maximise your potential for career progression.
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