Position: Merchandiser
Department: Store and Postal
Employment Status: Full-time

About the Role:  The Merchandiser plays a vital role in maintaining optimal store operations by ensuring accurate stocking, product displays, pricing, and inventory management. Responsibilities include stocking shelves, organizing product displays, setting prices, and overseeing store inventory to meet customer demand effectively.

Key Responsibilities

1. Stock and Inventory Management

• Ensures timely replenishment of store shelves with the right products and correct quantities.
• Prepares and submits a list of products needed for replenishment; drafts Purchase Orders for approval.
• Tracks sales performance of displayed products to inform restocking decisions.
• Submits regular reports on sales trends, fast- and slow-moving items, and display effectiveness.
• Monitors and verifies product identity, price tags, and expiration dates.
• Ensures that products on display are not expired.
• Returns expired, defective, or questionable items to suppliers and reports these to the accountant.
• Receives supplier deliveries and checks items for accuracy in quantity, quality, and cost price.
• Endorses delivery receipts and sales invoices to the POS encoder for proper recording.

 2. Merchandising and Display Management

• Arranges and maintains product displays in a clean, orderly, and strategic manner.
• Regularly updates displays based on promotions, seasonal trends, and product performance.
• Sets up promotional materials in accordance with approved marketing plans.
• Gathers feedback from customers and staff to improve merchandising strategies.

 3. Store and Stockroom Maintenance

• Keeps the stockroom clean, safe, well-organized, and compliant with safety standards.
• Maintains cleanliness and order in grocery areas, including cold storage, at all times.
• Ensures that all store doors are securely locked at closing times.

 4. Risk Management and Compliance

• Identifies, reports, and recommends changes related to risks in the assigned area.
• Controls and documents risk-related issues within scope of responsibility.

 5. Collaboration and Communication

• Coordinates with the store manager, sales staff, and suppliers to ensure smooth operations.
• Participates in community outreach and research activities as needed.

 6. Administrative Duties

• Maintains an individual calendar that reflects assigned tasks, planned leaves, and relevant University events.
• Ensures that delegated tasks are efficiently completed and appropriately documented.
• Performs other essential duties and responsibilities aligned with the mission and goals of the University as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing Management, Accounting Technology or equivalent.

Experience: At least one (1) year experience as a merchandiser in any supermarket, grocery or convenience store.

Competencies

• Inventory and Merchandising Skills – Proficient in inventory monitoring, stock replenishment, product receiving, and effective display setup.
• Attention to Detail and Organization – Accurate in tagging, pricing, documentation, and timely reporting of sales and stock data.
• Safety and Risk Awareness – Maintains clean and safe workspaces while identifying and addressing store-related risks.
• Teamwork and Communication – Works well with team members, suppliers, and supervisors; communicates clearly and professionally.
• Integrity and Initiative – Demonstrates accountability, trustworthiness, and a proactive approach to work responsibilities.
• Adaptability and Mission-Alignment – Flexible to changing demands and committed to upholding the values of the Adventist University.

How to Apply:

Submit the following documents:
📄 Cover Letter
📄 Updated CV/Resume
📄 Medical Certificate
📄 Psychological Test Result
📄 Pastor’s Recommendation

📧 Send your application to recruitment@aup.edu.ph
📅 Deadline: July 30, 2025