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Retail Merchandiser

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eXPD8

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level

AI generated summary

  • You should have a passion for retail, strong communication skills, be self-motivated, able to handle products, accept home deliveries, use a tablet, and have a UK driving license with a car.
  • You will set up displays, ensure products are well-stocked, follow merchandising guidelines, manage promotions, and maintain relationships with store staff, providing feedback to account teams.

Requirements

  • 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 license and access to a car is required

Responsibilities

  • You'll be responsible for ensuring the fixtures are set up effectively, products and promotions are displayed attractively, and the shelves are well-stocked.
  • 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 primary role of a Retail Merchandiser at eXPD8?

The primary role of a Retail Merchandiser at eXPD8 is to ensure that product displays are attractive, shelves are well-stocked, and merchandising standards are followed to create an irresistible shopping experience.

Where is the Retail Merchandiser position based?

The Retail Merchandiser position is based in the Buxton SK17 9TB area, covering various stores, including those in Chapel en Frith.

What are the expected working hours for this position?

The confirmed working hours are 8 hours per day, with a start time of 09:00 on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

What kind of experience or skills are required for this role?

Candidates should have experience or a passion for merchandising, retail, or customer service, alongside excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Will I be required to lift or move products?

Yes, the role involves some manual handling, including moving and arranging products from the warehouse to the shop floor.

Is a driving license necessary for this position?

Yes, a full UK driving license and access to a car are required for this role.

Will I be paid extra for accepting home deliveries related to my work?

Yes, you will be paid extra for accepting home deliveries of point of sale or stock items for some visits.

What kind of support and rewards does eXPD8 offer to its employees?

eXPD8 offers flexible holiday and pay, immediate access to GroceryAid, access to rewards programs, early wage access via PAYM8, an unlimited refer-a-friend scheme, and comprehensive induction and training resources.

What types of training and development opportunities are available?

eXPD8 provides a full induction, training, and access to over 400 learning resources for employee development.

Is eXPD8 an inclusive employer?

Yes, eXPD8 is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and a fully inclusive employer, committed to supporting all employees.

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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.