SUMMARY:
Johannesburg South, Gauteng.
Leading supplier of a wide range of stationery and gifting products to national retail chain stores offers excellent opportunity to a confident, career orientated Graduate with good Excel skills and 2 years Marketing or Product management experience.
POSITION INFO:
- Oversee assigned stationery product portfolios, ensuring profitability and turnover growth
- Monitor competitive pricing and explore new opportunities for business expansion
- Prepare product range for product launches
- Ensure product and packaging artwork is approved and aligns with licensing requirements
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date order forms, price documents, and sales reports
- Present annual line reviews in collaboration with merchandising planners
- Maintain and update master schedules to ensure timely production and imports
- Source new products locally and internationally to drive portfolio growth
- Regularly negotiate pricing and maintain updated supplier information
- Manage sample specifications and generate accurate import orders
- Conduct SWOT analyses and trade visits to assess market positioning and identify new growth opportunities
- Prepare customer quotes, review landed costs, and ensure accurate pricing structures
- Drive cost management initiatives and take corrective action when necessary
- Assist in planning and executing trade shows and retail expos
- Prepare sales tools: product presentations, pricing briefs, and order forms
- Attend trade events to support product launches and customer engagement
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Requirements:- Bachelorâs Degree - marketing, law, finance, business administration, etc.
- At least 2 years marketing / product management experience preferred
- Strong Excel and general computer skills
- Own transport and valid driverâs licenceÂ
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Excellent time management and attention to detail
This is a
fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated graduate ready to contribute, learn, and grow in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
