Retail Merchandiser

eXPD8; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading field marketing agency is seeking a Retail Merchandiser based in the FY4 4UJ area. The candidate will ensure attractive displays and effective product placements in various stores. Excellent communication skills and some experience in merchandising or retail are preferred. Benefits include flexible pay, access to training resources, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible holiday

Early wage access

Unlimited refer-a-friend scheme

Access to GroceryAid

Qualifications

• Experience in merchandising, retail, or customer service.
• Ability to meet deadlines and take ownership of tasks.
• Comfort with manual handling.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with merchandising standards and guidelines.
• Implement planograms for consistency.
• Arrange products to maximize visibility.
• Set up promotional displays and signage.
• Build relationships with in-store colleagues.
• Provide feedback through the client application.

Skills

Merchandising experience or passion

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

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? At eXPD8, we’re looking for a Retail Merchandiser based in the FY4 4UJ 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…

Role location and schedule

Role based in Tesco Blackpool area, with work across a variety of categories including: Toys. Confirmed working days/hours: 5.5 per week. Sunday 10:30-16:00. Plus ad hoc work as agreed.

Responsibilities

• Compliance and Standards – follow merchandising standards and guidelines, store policies and procedures, and health and safety guidance.
• Planogram execution – follow and implement planograms to ensure consistency and compliance with merchandising standards.
• Product Placement and Replenishment – arrange and organise products on shelves and displays to maximise visibility and appeal.
• Promotional and Point of Sale Setup – set up promotional displays and signage to effectively communicate prices, discounts, and offers.
• Communication and relationship building – build and maintain good working relationships with in-store colleagues, particularly department and store managers.
• Feedback – provide accurate and timely feedback to client account teams via our feedback application, acting 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 initiative to find solutions.
• Pride in delivering great standards and service for clients.
• Comfort with some manual handling to move and arrange products from warehouse to shopfloor.
• Willingness to accept home deliveries of point of sale or stock items for some visits (paid extra).
• Confident using a company tablet to download briefs, take photos, and answer questions about tasks.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a car is a bonus.

About eXPD8 and benefits

• We are one of the UK's largest field marketing agencies with over 20 years of experience supporting iconic brands and retailers.
• Disability Confident Leader and a fully inclusive employer.
• Flexible holiday and pay; immediate access to GroceryAid; access to eXPD8 Rewards; PAYM8 for early wage access; unlimited refer-a-friend scheme;
• Full induction and training provided with access to over 400 learning resources.

Location: FY4 4UJ area; role may involve various stores within the region.