National Vocational Certificate

Wholesale & Retail - Merchandiser

NQF Level: 3

Q1090

Retail merchandisers are the link between buyers and the sales floor, ensuring the right stock is in the right place at the right time to maximise sales and margin performance. This programme aims to provide students with the competencies required for ensuring that the correct mix of products are stocked and displayed, in order to achieve greater sales and maximise profits. Students will also be able to closely liaise with buying- and store-operations teams to make sure the stock is properly monitored and available, stopping underperforming lines and increasing the stock of those products that are proving popular.

Admission Requirements

∙ This qualification is designed to be accessible and flexible.
∙ The basic entry requirements are:
∙ The ability to demonstrate basic communication skills in the English language and Numeracy skills
∙ NVC Level 2 in Wholesale and Retail Operations or Distribution

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Duration

Approximately 12 months of structured practical and theoretical training, leading to a full qualifcation.

UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION, STUDENTS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

Maintain organisational stock levels
Mark and display stock
Create and maintain displays
Implement promotional instructions and loss control measures
Interact with customers
Count stock for stock-take
Merchandise chillers and freezers
Present and evaluate a visually merchandised display