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Merchandiser

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

AI generated summary

  • You need a full UK driving licence, a friendly attitude, strong communication skills, and a commitment to customer service. Merchandising experience and local residency are a plus.
  • You will deliver exceptional merchandising services, ensure effective promotional setups, and collaborate with a supportive field team across various customer sites.

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 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 is the pay rate for the Merchandiser position?

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

What is the working schedule for this position?

The Merchandiser position is a permanent part-time contract for 6 hours per week, with additional ad hoc work available.

Is prior merchandising experience required?

Previous merchandising experience would be advantageous but is not mandatory.

What are the requirements regarding transportation?

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required for this role.

What benefits does this role offer?

Benefits include holiday pay, a contributory pension scheme, a Health Shield Care Plan, access to a Colleague Assistance Programme, a hardship fund, and a refer-a-friend scheme.

Where should candidates be located?

Candidates should be located within 15 miles of the advertised area in Portsmouth.

What qualities are we looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for a friendly and confident personality with excellent communication skills, high integrity, reliability, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service.

What is the company culture like at Instore?

Inclusion and diversity are very important to us. We are dedicated to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive through our Everyone In initiative.

Can I apply if my experience doesn't perfectly match the job description?

Yes, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly, as you might be the right candidate for this or other roles.

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.