Retail Merchandiser

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

Job summary

A leading field marketing agency seeks a Retail Merchandiser in the Erith area to create attractive product displays and ensure stock levels. Ideal candidates will have a passion for retail and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include setting up planograms and building relationships with store staff. The role offers flexible hours, benefits including access to rewards, and a supportive work environment.

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, retail, or customer service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently within set time frames.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective setup of merchandising fixtures.
• Follow merchandising standards and guidelines.
• Organize products on shelves to maximize visibility.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Initiative

Manual handling

Job description

Overview

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 Erith, Dartford 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.

About the role

You will be responsible for ensuring the fixtures are set up effectively, products and promotions are displayed attractively, and the shelves are well-stocked. This role will be work across a variety of categories including: DVD, Books, CDs, General Merchandise and more.

Working hours

Confirmed working days/hours:

• Monday: 09.00 - 11.00
• Thursday: 09.00 - 12.00
• 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.
• Planograms – 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 in-store colleagues, particularly department and store managers.
• Feedback – 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 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 of 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.

Benefits

• 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 you to access your wage before payday
• Unlimited refer a friend scheme
• Full induction and training provided with access to over 400 learning resources