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District Retail Merchandiser

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eXPD8

5d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Portsmouth, +1
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need a minimum of 15 flexible hours, a UK driving licence, car for work, merchandising/customer service experience, good communication skills, and comfort with manual handling.
  • You will follow merchandising standards, arrange products for visibility, set up promotional displays, and maintain relationships with store staff while providing feedback to the account teams.

Requirements

  • Confirmed working hours: A minimum of 15 per week
  • As the role is flexible in nature, your shifts will be spread across 4 to 5 days, inclusive of weekdays and Saturdays. Being available for Thursday mornings from 8am is essential.
  • This role is covering the Portsmouth area covering Portsmouth, Havant, Fareham, Whiteley, Chichester and Gosport.
  • As you will be supporting and travelling within a defined area, a full UK driving licence and access to a car that can be used for business purposes is required.
  • Happy to travel across the defined area
  • A full UK driving licence and access to a car that can be used for business purposes is required
  • Experience of, or a passion for, merchandising, retail and/or customer service
  • Be comfortable with a bit of manual handling! You'll need to move and arrange our products from the warehouse to the shopfloor.
  • 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
  • Experience training or coaching colleagues would be a bonus
  • 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

Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • You'll arrange and organise products on shelves and displays to maximise visibility and appeal.
  • You'll set up promotional displays and signage to effectively communicate prices, discounts, and special offers.
  • You'll build and maintain good working relationships with instore 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!

FAQs

What is the role of a District Retail Merchandiser?

The District Retail Merchandiser is responsible for filling coverage gaps across a defined area, visiting multiple retail outlets to ensure products and promotions are displayed attractively and shelves are well-stocked.

How many hours will I need to work?

You will need to work a minimum of 15 hours per week, with shifts spread across 4 to 5 days, including weekdays and Saturdays.

Is there a specific availability requirement for the role?

Yes, you must be available for Thursday mornings starting at 8 am.

What geographical area does this role cover?

The role covers the Portsmouth area, including Portsmouth, Havant, Fareham, Whiteley, Chichester, and Gosport.

Is a driving licence required for this position?

Yes, a full UK driving licence and access to a car that can be used for business purposes is required.

Will I be responsible for setting up promotional displays?

Yes, you will set up promotional displays and signage to effectively communicate prices, discounts, and special offers.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

Experience or a passion for merchandising, retail, and/or customer service is preferred, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Will I be required to perform any manual handling?

Yes, you should be comfortable with some manual handling, including moving and arranging products from the warehouse to the shop floor.

What types of training and support does the company offer?

The company offers a full induction and training, along with access to over 400 learning resources.

Are there any additional benefits for employees?

Yes, benefits include flexible holiday and pay, immediate access to GroceryAid, access to eXPD8 Rewards, the PAYM8 service, and an unlimited refer-a-friend scheme.

eXPD8

delivering excellence, first time... every time

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

eXPD8 is a major provider of scalable, flexible retail support services to both retailers and brands. Agile in nature, our model is designed to focus on maximising ROI for some of the UK’s most iconic and market leading household brands. Whether it’s through merchandising, POS placement, promotional launches, seasonal support, space realignment, auditing availability, stock takes or more, we help to transform sales and grow brands, maximising compliance through an integrated technology layer. Owned and managed by ex-retail executives, and supported by DC Thomson, the business has retail heritage and a unique business model specifically to support the retail sector. We are based in Bristol, with a significant field team of 2,500 across the UK, we work within the majority of retail multiple chains, across all formats and within most FMCG & GM categories. eXPD8 is fully aware of its social responsibilities and has developed policies and procedures to support the environment and the welfare of its people.