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POSITION INFO:
Job Title: Convenience Store Merchandiser (FMCG / Retail)
Job Type: Permanent
About the Role
We are partnering with a dynamic and fast-paced retail and convenience store operation in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands to secure a detail-oriented, energetic Convenience Store Merchandiser.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high visual store standards, executing diligent stock control, ensuring FIFO rotation, managing pricing accuracy, and supporting fresh grab-and-go foodservice zones. Your core objective will be to ensure maximum shelf presence, minimize product wastage, and deliver an exceptional visual retail environment for customers.
Key Responsibilities & Operational Duties
Stock Management & Inventory:
Inspect incoming deliveries from distributors and DSD vendors against invoices for accurate counts and batch numbers.
Enforce strict First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rotation rules across ambient shelves, cold rooms, and coolers to reduce shrink.
Conduct routine stock takes and track high-shrink lines (such as tobacco, energy drinks, and confectionery).
Isolate, log, and process damaged or expired stock in accordance with return policies.
Merchandising & Visual Standards:
Restock ambient shelves, dump bins, and endcaps in strict compliance with planograms and brand standards.
Continuously face, align, and restock refrigerated beverage vaults.
Manage checkout impulse displays, including gum, mints, chocolates, and active till promotions.
Regularly pull stock forward for clean, professional display faces throughout the trading day.
Pricing & Promotional Execution:
Ensure every item features accurate, legible shelf-edge tags and correct unit pricing.
Build and maintain temporary promotional features and marketing stands.
Verify shelf prices against POS system prices to eliminate checkout pricing discrepancies.
Foodservice, DSD & Sanitation:
Monitor daily use-by dates on fresh grab-and-go items (sandwiches, baked goods, pies, milk, and hot displays).
Work collaboratively with supplier representatives during direct-store-delivery (DSD) for optimal shelf allocation.
Maintain pristine hygiene and safety standards across shelving, cold vaults, and retail aisles.
Key Requirements & Qualifications
Education: Completed Matric / Grade 12.
Experience: 1 to 3 years of proven merchandising experience within an FMCG, grocery, or convenience store retail environment.
Skills & Attributes:
Strong attention to detail and high organizational capability.
Physical stamina capable of handling heavy shelf-packing and cold-room work.
High energy levels with a proactive, reliable work ethic.
Reliable transport arrangements to the Wartburg region.
