Merchandiser (Delicatessen, Bakery & Meat)

Company Description

ÆON is the largest retailer in Asia with around 300 subsidiaries and affiliated companies. In Indonesia, ÆON opened its first Retail Store inside AEON Mall BSD City, Tangerang in May 2015, and plans to expand further in the Jabodetabek area. Visit our website for more information and job opportunities.

Role Description

Delicatessen:

• Maintain profitability of the category by maintaining the balance of cost of material and selling price
• Providing client with customer focused insight regarding the product and category
• Creating and developing a short-term plan and strategy for the development of the category
• Driving category relationship with the large supplier
• Becoming a leader in category ranging, pricing and promotions across customer channels
• Leading category management projects to optimize ranges and related merchandising
• Working alongside customers and teams to translate customer insights into strategies that drive performance
• Managing a large portfolio of different supplier brands and developing appropriate strategies for each of them.
• Developing strong working relationships with buying, marketing, and merchandising teams is essential
• Product development based on business trends and customer requirements

Bakery:

• Develop and implement merchandising strategies for bakery products across all stores.
• Develop for new bakery product
• Monitor and manage bakery product displays to ensure optimal presentation.
• Collaborate with the other departments to align merchandising plans with product availability and promotions.
• Analyze sales data to evaluate performance and adjust merchandising techniques for maximum profitability.
• Train and supervise store staff on bakery merchandising standards.
• Ensure all merchandising activities comply with company standards and safety regulations.

Meat:

• Develop new product base on market trends and customer request
• Evaluate assortment base on sales and store production plan every 3 months and propose new assortment to meat merchandiser
• Oversee the merchandising operations for the meat department.
• Develop and implement product strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure optimal product selection and pricing.
• Monitor market trends and adjust merchandising plans accordingly.
• Manage inventory levels, Display product attractively, pricing, and promotional strategies to drive sales.
• Ensure product quality and compliance with food safety regulations.
• Lead and train a team of staff store to maintain a deep understanding of various cuts of meat, their uses and quality standard of company.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the work area

Requirement

• Bachelor Degree from Culinary, Baking and Pastry, or similar
• Proven experience min. 3 years in merchandising, bakery, delicatessen, food retail, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of meat and poultry products, market trends, and industry standards.
• Strong knowledge about basic bakery production.
• Strong knowledge of premium foods and gourmet products.
• Having culinary or food safety certification is plus.
• Ability to operate cutting equipment.
• Have good sense and strong initiative for new product development.
• Excellent communication, presentation, leadership and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under tight deadlines.
• Leadership experience and the ability to mentor and guide a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite, inventory management and data analysis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team environment and shifting.
• Ability to work hard and learn new skills.
• A passion for food and customer satisfaction.
• Fluent in English.