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Tactical Merchandiser

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development

AI generated summary

  • You must have a full UK driving license, friendly personality, strong communication skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently while providing excellent customer service.
  • You will deliver exceptional merchandising services, ensuring effective point of sale placements and promotional setups across customer sites, supported by a team of experts.

Requirements

  • Full UK Driving licence plus use of vehicle required.
  • Previous Merchandising experience would be advantageous but not mandatory.
  • A friendly confident personality with a can do attitude.
  • Excellent communication skills, high integrity and reliable.
  • To be located within 15 miles of advertised area.
  • Ability to work on own initiative and make the right decisions under pressure.
  • Full commitment to providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

  • Our Tactical Merchandisers provide exceptional merchandising services to our customers across a geographic area delivering point of sale (till point) placement to promotional set ups across our customer sites.
  • Working within our field team you will have access to a team of experts to support you throughout your time with Instore.

FAQs

What kind of contract is offered for the Tactical Merchandiser role?

The role is a flexible, part-time zero-hour contract.

What is the pay rate for the Tactical Merchandiser position?

The pay rate is £11.44 per hour, plus 30p per mile mileage.

Is a driving license required for this job?

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

What types of locations will I be working in?

You will be working in grocery, convenience, high street locations, garden centres, independents, and travel points such as airports and train stations.

Is previous merchandising experience necessary for this role?

Previous merchandising experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

What qualities are important for a candidate applying for this position?

A friendly and confident personality, excellent communication skills, reliability, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service are important qualities.

Are there any benefits associated with this position?

Yes, benefits include holiday pay, a contributory pension scheme, a health shield care plan, access to a colleague assistance programme, and a hardship fund.

How does the company support mental health and well-being?

The company offers access to mental health allies and provides a colleague assistance programme to support employees' well-being.

Can I still apply if I feel my experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description?

Yes, you are encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't match perfectly, as you might still be the right candidate for this or other roles.

What is the company's stance on inclusion and diversity?

The company values inclusion and diversity and is committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive through their Everyone In initiative.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Smiths News is the UK’s leading newspaper and magazine wholesaler. Working on behalf of all major national and regional publishers, we distribute a huge range of print media to 24,000 customers – from large general retailers to smaller independent newsagents. We use our extensive network of distribution centres to provide an efficient, friendly and professional service to all our customers, no matter their size or where they are located.