Malta Dairy Products Ltd

Koperattiva Produtturi tal-Ħalib Group Ltd. (KPH), which is the Dairy Farmers’ Cooperative, was established in June 1958 in order to bring together all the dairy producers in Malta and Gozo to further promote their interests and increase their competitive advantage. Over the years KPH has been a leader in several agricultural activities, which include grain and feed importation, feed manufacturing, farm supplies, and support services, milk processing, and the production and distribution of the well-known Benna fresh milk products. Considerable investments throughout the years enabled the Cooperative to evolve. Members started expanding their activities penetrating and sustaining vital sectors within the local dairy and agricultural industry.

About

Merchandiser

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Lead Merchandiser, the Merchandiser is responsible for increasing product placement, brand awareness and implementing promotions in supermarkets and retail shops.

All submissions will be reviewed in line with the company’s recruitment and equal opportunity policies.

Main tasks and responsibilities

Perform daily checks including, but not limited to, the fridge’s temperature, the product display, and ensure the products are displayed correctly.
Develop and maintain a structured procedure for checking product dates and ensuring proper rotation is carried out.
Inform, monitor and promote any new products launched by MDP to outlets in the respective regions, and confirm that the outlet has placed the orders through its respective distributor.
Act as a brand ambassador and answer any queries related to the MDP products.
Serve as the point of contact with outlets by providing customer service and demonstrating how to use any ordering systems.
Check the availability of products on the market and provide daily reports on any findings.
Participate during events and activities to sell and promote MDP products as needed.
Promote and offer product samples in outlets when required.

Educational and skill requirements