Seasonal Toy Merchandiser

Expd8 Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail merchandising agency in Reading is seeking a dedicated team member to support high street retailers. The role involves restocking, setting up displays, and ensuring compliance with merchandising standards. Ideal candidates will have a passion for customer service and merchandising. Join a reputable agency with a focus on employee support and inclusivity, and enjoy flexible shifts with bonuses for commitment.

Benefits

Access to PAYM8 for early wage access

Colleague discount in The Entertainer Toy Shops

Completion Premium for committed shifts

Immediate access to GroceryAid

Unlimited refer a friend scheme

Access to eXPD8 Rewards

Full induction and training with 400+ resources

Qualifications

• Passion for merchandising and customer service.
• Ability to commit to shift hours.
• Pride in delivering great standards and service.

Responsibilities

• Restock and organise products on shelves and displays.
• Set up promotional displays and signage.
• Ensure merchandising standards and policies are followed.

Skills

Experience in merchandising or retail

Customer service skills

Confidence in using technology

Job description

Overview

You'll be an integral part of a field-based retail merchandising team, working in a range of high street retailers on behalf of exciting household name brands. You will be responsible for ensuring the fixtures are set up effectively, products and promotions are displayed attractively, and the shelves are well-stocked. 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.

Responsibilities

• Restock and organise products on shelves and displays to maximise visibility and appeal.
• Set up promotional displays and signage to effectively communicate prices, discounts, and special offers.
• Ensure merchandising standards, store policies and procedures, and health and safety guidance are followed.
• Provide accurate and timely feedback and photos to client account teams via our survey application, acting as the eyes and ears in stores.

Requirements

• Experience of, or a passion for, merchandising, retail and/or customer service.
• Able to commit to the listed hours.
• Take pride in delivering great standards and service for our clients.
• Confident using a company tablet to download briefs, take photos and answer questions about tasks.
• Be comfortable with a bit of manual handling to move and arrange products from the warehouse to the shopfloor.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a car is a bonus.

Shift and duration

Shift pattern: Monday (3 hours), Thursday (4 hours) & Saturday (3 hours). End date: 27 December 2025. Weekly hours: 10.

What you get

• Access to PAYM8, allowing you to access your wage before payday.
• Colleague discount in The Entertainer Toy Shops for Christmas 2024.
• Completion Premium: when you complete all The Entertainer Tesco concession shifts you have committed to, you will get a bonus of 50p per hour.
• Immediate access for you and your family to GroceryAid.
• Unlimited refer a friend scheme.
• Access to eXPD8 Rewards with regular competitions and incentive plans.
• Full induction and training provided with access to over 400 learning resources.