Retail Merchandiser

TN United Kingdom; Ashington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Retail Merchandiser to enhance the shopping experience by creating eye-catching displays and ensuring product availability. This role offers the chance to work with iconic brands while enjoying flexible hours and a supportive team environment. As part of a leading field marketing agency, you'll be empowered to take ownership of your work, contribute to store success, and enjoy numerous perks, including access to training resources and rewards. If you have a passion for retail and a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible holiday and pay

Immediate access to GroceryAid

Access to eXPD8 Rewards

Access to PAYM8

Unlimited refer a friend scheme

Full induction and training

Qualifications

• Experience or passion for merchandising and retail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with merchandising standards and guidelines.
• Organise products on shelves for maximum visibility.
• Build relationships with in-store colleagues and provide feedback.

Skills

Merchandising

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Experience in Retail

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Company Tablet

Job description

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Do you have what it takes to make the shelves irresistible to shoppers? Do you have a knack for spotting what looks good and creating eye-catching displays? Do you have an eye for detail?

If so, at eXPD8, we're looking for a Retail Merchandiser based in the NE63 area. You'll be an integral part of a field-based retail merchandising team, working on behalf of exciting household name brands. Please note that although you will be based in one area, there are work opportunities across a variety of different stores.

You will be responsible for ensuring the fixtures are set up effectively, products and promotions are displayed attractively, and the shelves are well-stocked.

Interested in learning more? Read on below...

About the role:

This role will involve work across a variety of categories including gift cards and entertainment.

Confirmed working days/hours: 5 weekly

Monday - 2hrs
Thursday - 3hrs

Plus ad hoc work as interested and agreed!

Responsibilities:

1. Compliance and Standards: You'll know and stick to the merchandising standards and guidelines, store policies and procedures, and health and safety guidance. You'll follow and implement planograms, where provided, to ensure consistency and compliance with merchandising standards.
2. Product Placement and Replenishment: You'll arrange and organise products on shelves and displays to maximise visibility and appeal.
3. Promotional and Point of Sale Setup: You'll set up promotional displays and signage to effectively communicate prices, discounts, and special offers.
4. Strong communication and relationship building: You'll build and maintain good working relationships with in-store colleagues, particularly department and store managers. You'll provide accurate and timely feedback to our client account teams, via our feedback application, as the eyes and ears in the stores!

What makes you excellent:

1. Experience of, or a passion for, merchandising, retail, and/or customer service
2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
3. Thrive having ownership of your own work within set time frames, using your own initiative to find solutions
4. Take pride in delivering great standards and service for our clients
5. Be comfortable with a bit of manual handling! You'll need to move and arrange our products from the warehouse to the shopfloor.
6. Are willing to accept home deliveries of point of sale or stock items for some visits (you'll be paid extra to do so)
7. Are confident using a company tablet to download briefs, take photos, and answer questions about your tasks
8. A full UK driving licence and access to a car is a bonus

What makes us excellent:

We are one of the UK's largest field marketing agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting many iconic brands and retailers. We have a great reputation for delivering exceptional service to ensure our customers succeed in retail.

People are our business, so we work hard to ensure they are supported, rewarded, and valued. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and a fully inclusive employer.

On top of that, we offer:

• Flexible holiday and pay
• Immediate access for you and your family to GroceryAid
• Access to eXPD8 Rewards where we offer regular competitions and incentive plans
• Access to PAYM8, allowing you to access your wage before your payday
• Unlimited refer a friend scheme
• Full induction and training provided with access to over 400 learning resources