Merchandiser - Dover

Smiths News; Lydden; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Contributory Pension Scheme

Colleague Assistance Programme

Mental Health Allies

Share save scheme

Job summary

Smiths News is seeking an Instore Merchandiser for Dover on a part‑time contract, paying £14.24 per hour (including Holiday Pay). You will manage POS placement, stock replenishment and auditing, and you will build strong relationships with store colleagues to keep displays on-brand.

The role offers autonomy, a flexible average of 5-20 hours per week (not guaranteed), and requires a Full UK Driving licence and access to a vehicle. Travel time and mileage may be payable where eligible.

Qualifications

• Friendly confident personality with a can‑do attitude.
• Excellent communication skills, high integrity and reliability.
• Located within 15 miles of the advertised area.
• Ability to work on own initiative and make decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Bring products to life on the shop floor.
• Own territory with POS placement, stock replenishment and auditing.
• Maintain visually impactful displays and build relationships with store staff.
• Keep displays on-brand and stock replenishment in order.
• Plan efficient visits and optimise cost per visit.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Initiative

Reliability

Job description

Merchandiser - Dover Flexible, part time contract. Pay Rate - £14.24 Per hour (includes Holiday Pay). Travel time and mileage are payable subject to eligibility. Plus: Location Allowance if applicable. Full UK Driving licence plus use of vehicle required. We offer an average of 5-20 hours per week (not guaranteed). With 34 distribution centres and more than 22,000 retailers relying on us, we're not just the UK's largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler - we're a promise kept every day. It's all thanks to the colleagues behind our nightly miracles. We know the future holds incredible opportunities - for our customers, our business, and your career.

About the role

• As an Instore Merchandiser, you'll bring products to life out in the world on the shop floor.
• You’ll own your territory, taking care of point‑of‑sale placement to stock replenishment and auditing.
• You’ll take pride in first‑class standards, creating and maintaining visually impactful displays, and building strong relationships with store colleagues and managers.
• You’ll be the person who keeps everything in order, ensuring that stock is replenished and that displays stay on-brand.
• You’ll take charge of your own cost‑effective journey plan and make every visit count.
• If you’re someone who thrives on autonomy and loves to engage with others, this role is for you.

What we can offer you

• Holiday Pay
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Access to our Colleague Assistance Programme and Mental Health Allies
• Share save scheme and more!

About you

Previous Merchandising experience would be advantageous but not mandatory. However, you will need:

• A friendly confident personality with a can‑do attitude.
• Excellent communication skills, high integrity and reliable.
• To be located within 15 miles of advertised area.
• Ability to work on own initiative, and make the right decisions under pressure.
• Full commitment to providing excellent customer service.

Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

About the Employer

Whether you’re looking for a career within a leading Field Marketing Company part of a FTSE PLC in Smiths News, or a flexible additional earning opportunity we have a wide range of opportunities to suit you. Experience a career that’s as good as we say it is. One filled with people, pride, passion, opportunities, loyalty and care. You might just be the right candidate for this or other roles!