Field Support Merchandiser - Glasgow

McCormick; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A global flavor leader is looking for a Field Support Merchandiser to develop relationships within major supermarkets. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £25,000, a fully expensed van for personal use, and various benefits including a tax-free expense allowance, company pension, and ongoing professional development. Candidates must have a full UK driving license and be fluent in English, with strong relationship management skills and a positive attitude.

Benefits

Fully expensed van

Tax-free expense allowance

Company pension

28 days holiday per annum

Ongoing professional development

SimplyHealth Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving license and the right to work in the UK.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Ability to work unsupervised and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage store relationships with major supermarkets.
• Use technology to maintain product availability.
• Collect and deliver stock to stores daily.

Skills

Full UK driving license

Fluent in English

Ability to work independently

Positive attitude

Relationship management

Technologically confident

Physical stamina

Previous merchandising experience

Job description

Overview

Field Support Merchandiser – UK, Glasgow, Greater Glasgow, Lanarkshire. Type: Permanent, full-time. Salary: £25, # per annum + Company van available for personal use, fuel card with claimable rate in line with pump costs, and up to £800 per annum potential execution bonus paid quarterly. Tax-free expense allowance: £520 per annum in addition to salary. Working 40 hours per week, Monday to Saturday (with Wednesday off). No Sunday work scheduled, with double time paid when required at Christmas. Some staying away from home is required; when away, days are Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage store contact relationships within major supermarkets such as Tesco, ASDA and Morrisons.
• Use technology to maintain availability and record execution in store.
• Collect and deliver stock to stores each day to ensure 100% availability of product on shelf and compliance with store plans.
• Take full responsibility for maintaining store records including inventory.
• Support other brands in the McCormick family when required.

Candidate profile / Qualifications

• Full UK driving license (essential), right to work in the UK and have a UK bank account.
• Fluent in English.
• Ability to work unsupervised and manage time to meet deadlines.
• Be prepared to stay away from home when required (accommodation and meal expenses covered).
• Positive "can-do" approach, managing relationships and expectations in stores.
• Enjoy being on the road and working independently.
• Work as part of a wider team sharing ideas and best practices to drive business success.
• Put customers' needs at the centre of everything you do.
• Be confident with using technology.
• Enjoy the physical elements of this role.
• Previous merchandising, retail or hospitality experience is an asset.

What We Offer

• Base salary: £25, # per annum.
• Fully expensed van (vehicle can be used for personal use).
• Fuel card with a claimable rate in line with pump costs.
• Tax-free expense allowance: £520 per annum in addition to base salary.
• Permanent contract.
• Company pension.
• 28 days holiday per annum.
• 4 x flexible Saturdays per annum.
• Ongoing professional development.
• SimplyHealth Cash Plan – access to a 24/7/365 GP and reimbursement for health expenses (e.g., tests and scans, chiropractor/osteopath/physiotherapist/acupuncturist, dental, eye care, prescriptions).

At McCormick, we bring our passion for flavor to work each day. We encourage growth, respect everyone's contributions and do what's right for our business, our people, our communities and our planet. Join us on our quest to make every meal and moment better.

About the Company Founded in Baltimore, MD in 1889, McCormick is a global leader in flavour with operations worldwide. McCormick is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.