Here a just a few of the most common industry terms you will need to know Plan-o-gram An illustration that shows which product is placed in a specific area of shelving. Also used to ensure multiple store displays have the same look and feel. Ensures that shelf space is used efficiently Endcap Strategic product placement at the end of the aisle This area is used to catch the attention of the shopper as they enter or leave the aisle Note: items placed on an endcap for sale will sell at a much faster pace than products not on the endcap Reset To rearrange the store in order to drive sales and showcase new products Rests often require pulling all old product and adjusting or installing new shelving Cut-In Used to insert a new product after a asile has ben set. Often by pulling one row of a product that has several vertical facings.Know The Lingo!
Retail Merchandiser Lingo on the Job
The best things about being a Retail Merchandiser
1. You get to see the new products first.
2. You get to get out and be among others.
3. Your job can not be out sourced to other countries.
4. Job security, even if you have to switch companies someone has to physically do the job
5. You are not stuck in a office all day.
