Job Title: Merchandising Specialist
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and optimize visual merchandising strategies to create engaging in-store experiences.
* Review and refine planograms regularly to introduce new products and discontinue underperforming items.
* Ensure accurate product parameterization in space management software according to national guidelines.
* Define display principles and rules for categories aligned with the Global Merchandising Framework and national standards.
* Prepare recommendations for commercial, promotional, and seasonal campaigns and collaborate with Store Planning & Operations for execution.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field.
* Proven experience in visual merchandising, store planning, trade marketing, or category management within the retail sector.
* Proficiency in visual merchandising/planogram tools such as Spaceman, Mockshop, JDA, Relex, or similar.
* Strong knowledge of Excel and AutoCAD skills (desired).
* Experience working in multinational environments with global execution standards.
* Excellent cross-functional influencing skills, including with national stakeholders.
* Fluency in English (written and spoken) – mandatory (minimum B2).
Additional Information:
* Head Office in Alfragide, with travel opportunities nationwide for 20% of work time.
* Employee discounts at Makro stores and other partner network benefits.