Retail Merchandiser

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Khayelitsha; Hybrid; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading merchandising agency is seeking a Retail Merchandiser to enhance product displays and ensure visual appeal in stores. The candidate will work independently and manage product arrangements while maintaining strong relationships with store staff. Key skills include communication, attention to detail, and some manual handling. This role offers flexible hours and training, along with support for employees' well-being.

Benefits

Flexible holiday and pay

Immediate access to GroceryAid

Access to rewards and competitions

Early wage access with PAYM8

Unlimited refer-a-friend scheme

Full induction and training

Qualifications

• Experience or passion for merchandising and customer service.
• Comfortable using a tablet for tasks.
• Full UK driving license and access to a car required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain attractive product displays.
• Implement planograms and merchandising standards.
• Build relationships with store managers.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Manual handling

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 Tesco Stockport Extra in the SK1 2BT area.

You will be an integral part of a field‑based retail merchandising team, working 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.

About the role

Confirmed working days/hours: Wednesdays – 6.25 hours during store opening hours (start time is flexible). Must be able to drive as the role is competing calls for Tesco Extra and Express stores across SK1, SK3 & SK4 totalling
6.25 hours plus ad‑hoc work as interested and agreed. Must be able to work alone using a tablet to complete calls once fully trained.

This role is for a new client with work starting from 1 st March 2026. You will be provided with a full induction beforehand.

Delivering Excellence

• Compliance and Standards – Stick to the merchandising standards and guidelines, store policies and procedures, and health and safety guidance.
• Follow and implement planograms, where provided, 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 special offers.
• Strong communication and relationship building – Build and maintain good working relationships with in‑store colleagues, particularly department and store managers, and 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.
• Thriving 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.
• Comfortable with a bit of manual handling – You’ll need to move and arrange our products from the warehouse to the shop floor.
• Willing to accept home deliveries of point of sale or stock items for some visits (you’ll be paid extra to do so).
• 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 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.

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