Books Merchandiser

CIPS; Eggleston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Contributory pension

Colleague Assistance Programme

Mental Health Allies

ShareSave scheme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Smiths News is hiring a Books Merchandiser to ensure in-store displays are visually appealing, fully stocked and aligned to client briefs. This hands-on role requires strong organisation, attention to detail and proactive communication; you will move stock to shop floors, implement planograms, and set up promotions.

You will report activity via a company device, build good relationships with store managers, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and strong organisational abilities are essential.
• Friendly, confident and proactive with a can-do attitude.
• Excellent communication and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Stock replenishment and display: move stock from warehouse to shop floor and present products to a high standard.
• Planogram compliance: accurately implement layouts and briefs.
• Promotional execution: set up POS displays and price labels for campaigns.
• Reporting and communication: use a device/app to access briefs, upload photos, and feedback to client teams.
• Relationship building: work with store managers and colleagues to ensure smooth in-store activity.

Skills

Stock replenishment

Planogram compliance

Promotional execution

Reporting & communication

Relationship building

Job description

As a Books Merchandiser, you will play a key role in ensuring in-store book displays are visually appealing, fully stocked, and aligned to client expectations. This is a hands‑on role where attention to detail, organisation, and strong communication are essential.

• Stock Replenishment & Display
  Move stock from the warehouse to the shop floor, organise shelves, and ensure products are fully replenished and presented to a high standard.
• Planogram Compliance
  Accurately implement planograms and visual briefs to ensure all displays meet required layouts and standards.
• Promotional Execution
  Set up promotional materials, price labels, and point-of-sale (POS) displays to support campaigns and drive sales.
• Reporting & Communication
  Use a company device or mobile app to access briefs, record activity, upload photos, and provide feedback to client teams.
• Relationship Building
  Build positive working relationships with store managers and colleagues to ensure smooth and effective in-store activity.

Previous merchandising experience is beneficial but not essential. More importantly, you will be:

• Friendly, confident, and proactive with a "can-do" attitude
• A strong communicator with high integrity and reliability
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to work independently and make decisions under pressure
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service
• Based within 15 miles of the advertised area

Additional Information

• You must have the right to work in the UK to apply
• Flexible opportunities available to suit your lifestyle or supplement your income
  With 34 distribution centres and over 22,000 retailers relying on us, we are the UK's largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler. Our success is driven by dedicated colleagues who deliver excellence every day.

In addition to flexible working and extra earning potential, we offer:

• Holiday pay and contributory pension scheme
• Access to our Colleague Assistance Programme and Mental Health Allies
• ShareSave scheme and additional benefits
• Opportunities for career development within a FTSE-listed company (Smiths News)