Retail Merchandiser

eXPD8 eXPD8 Ltd.; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Retail Merchandiser in Chelmsford. The role involves creating eye-catching displays and ensuring products are well-stocked. Ideal candidates will have a passion for retail and strong communication skills. Flexible working hours and various perks are offered.

Benefits

Flexible holiday and pay

Immediate access to GroceryAid

Access to eXPD8 Rewards

Early wage access via PAYM8

Unlimited refer-a-friend scheme

Full induction and training

Qualifications

• Experience or passion for merchandising, retail, and/or customer service.
• Full UK driving license and access to a car required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective fixture setup and attractive product displays.
• Build relationships with in-store colleagues and provide feedback.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Initiative

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?

If so, at eXPD8, we're looking for a Retail Merchandiser based in the CM20 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: Toys and general merchandising.

Confirmed working days/hours: 5 weekly
Monday 08:00 - 09:00
Thursday 08:00 - 10:00
Plus 2 hours adhoc

Plus ad hoc work as interested and agreed!

How you'll deliver excellence:

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:

• Experience of, or a passion for, merchandising, retail, and/or customer service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take 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.
• Comfort with manual handling — you'll need to move and arrange products from the warehouse to the shopfloor.
• Willingness to accept home deliveries of point of sale or stock items for some visits (paid extra).
• Confidence 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 are required.

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 with regular competitions and incentive plans
• Access to PAYM8, allowing early wage access
• Unlimited refer-a-friend scheme
• Full induction and training, with access to over 400 learning resources