Analytical Skills
Merchandisers must be able to monitor and analyse sales records and economic conditions to predict buying patterns and monitor inventory.
Merchandisers
Descriptions & Duties
- Merchandisers are responsible for the purchase of merchandise for sale or materials for internal consumption. They liaise and negotiate with suppliers and buyers and ensures the orders are properly executed.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Trade Specific Competencies
Persuasion and Communications Skills
Merchandisers must be good at persuading others to change their minds and bringing others together and reconciling differences.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- Higher diploma in merchandising, or equivalent
Experience
3 to 6 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$80,000
Related Education & Training
Higher Diploma
Work Environment
- Merchandisers normally works in office. Sometimes they may need to attend business trips to follow up with production matters and negotiation on price
Tools
- Products' brochures and leaflets, product samples
- product samples
