Job Description

We are on the lookout for a Blitz Team Member in GautengAs a Blitz Team Member, you will be responsible for:

• To manage the Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Health portfolios
• Ensure that the store base is well maintained in terms of execution, display space, the in-stock situation (stock not left in storage but merchandised on shelf), returns, price ticketing/labels, point of sale materials
• During non-promotional periods, ensure the following:

• product availability, correct price on shelf,
• product well-displayed in line with the guidelines / planogram communicated by Philips

• During the promotional period, in addition to regular tasks, we have the obligation of placing the freestanding units or any other POS material required by the promotion in the most optimal position in store.
• For reporting purposes and communication, the team will be equipped with smart devices to load photos and communicate instructions and also have the Smollan REX app loaded
• Campaign roll-out of POSM and recall of POSM and discarding thereof
• Outline store coverage: Weekend in-store demo activations and audits on weekend promoters
• Ad hoc promotions: Assistance with general field marketing team duties where required
• Audits on competitor in market, voice of consumers feedback
• Build profitable relationships with store base allocated to them
• Implement sell-out initiatives, below the line activations.
• Maintain prime locations and share of shelf for Philips in store

• 2-3 years merchandising experience in FMCG environment
• Matric
• Code 8 Drivers license
• Communication skills (verbal & written)
• Analysis & problem solving
• Computer literacy
• Business acumen
• Commercial awareness
• Attention to detail
• Pro-active thinking
• Leadership skills
• Planning & organising
• Negotiation skills
• Sales management skills
• Decision making skills

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