About the Job: Assistant Merchandising Manager is mainly responsible for the growth of business and brand awareness through by superior visibility in all sales channels.

• Develop and execute merchandising strategies to drive product awareness, adoption, and sales. This involve designing in-store displays, coordinating with marketing team in developing the campaign ideas and merchandising materials, and coordinating with sales teams to implement merchandising strategies effectively.
• Conduct regular market visits, do market research and analyse market trends, customer preferences, product performance, sales data, competitor strategies, and market opportunities to tailor merchandising initiatives to the needs and preferences of target customers.
• Track and analyse the effectiveness of merchandising initiatives through key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sales growth and market shares, to evaluate the success of campaigns and make data-driven adjustments as needed.
• Oversee product presentation and visual merchandising at the outlets to ensure compelling and attractive displays.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborating with sales and distribution teams to ensure adequate stock availability at the outlets.
• Develop and manage merchandising budgets, ensuring effective allocation of resources to drive sales and deliver a positive return on investment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and support functional units to align merchandising strategies with overall business objectives.
• Ensure that all merchandising activities comply with relevant regulations and industry standards, particularly for pharmaceutical products.
• Perform other related tasks assigned by direct supervisor.

• University degree in any discipline. Professional certification in Sales/ Marketing Management or related fields is preferred.
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in the MNC/FMCG/pharmaceutical industry in a similar role.
• Strong negotiation skills to achieve mutually beneficial agreements with customers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for effective collaboration across teams.
• Creative mindset, attention to detail and positive "can-do" attitude to drive initiatives and overcome challenges effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Positive attitude towards sexual health contraceptives and condoms is a must.