Retail Merchandiser

eXPD8; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading field marketing agency in the United Kingdom seeks a Retail Merchandiser to ensure attractive product displays and effective execution of merchandising standards. This flexible role offers a minimum of 15 hours per week with opportunities for extra hours. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, a driving license, and a passion for retail. The company is known for supporting its employees and offers various benefits including flexible pay options and extensive training.

Benefits

Flexible holiday and pay

Immediate access to GroceryAid

Access to eXPD8 Rewards

Access to PAYM8 for early wage access

Unlimited refer a friend scheme

Full induction and training

Qualifications

• Experience in merchandising or retail is preferred.
• A full UK driving license and access to a car is required.
• Comfort with manual handling and using a company tablet.

Responsibilities

• Ensure fixtures are set up effectively and products are displayed attractively.
• Follow merchandising standards and guidelines for compliance.
• Build relationships with store colleagues and provide feedback.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Attention to detail

Job description

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?

At eXPD8 we are looking for a Retail Merchandiser based in the BS5 6XU area. You will 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.

About the role

This role will be to work across a variety of categories including: General merchandising which could include books, gift cards and cosmetics.

This is a flexible role that provides cover for a defined BS5 area. There are no shift patterns however morning availability is a bonus.

There would be a minimum of 15 hours per week spread across Monday to Friday with the availability for extra hours if wanted.

Must be able to work alone, and willing to travel across all Bristol postcodes, also Stroud and Dursley. Plus ad hoc work as interested and agreed!

How you'll deliver excellence

• 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.
• Product Placement and Replenishment
• You'll arrange and organise products on shelves and displays to maximise visibility and appeal.
• Promotional and Point of Sale Setup
• You'll set up promotional displays and signage to effectively communicate prices, discounts, and special offers.
• Strong communication and relationship building
• You'll build and maintain good working relationships with instore 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

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

What makes us excellent

eXPD8 is proud to be ranked as the top field marketing employer in the Financial Times' UK Best Employers 2025 list, celebrating our commitment to a supportive and empowering workplace! We are one of the UK's largest field marketing agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting many iconic brands and retailers.

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