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Merchandiser - (Glossop, Stockport)

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Manchester
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need a full UK driving licence, good communication skills, a friendly personality, and the ability to work independently, all while providing excellent customer service.
  • You will deliver merchandising services, including point of sale placement and promotional setups, while collaborating with a supportive field team across 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 job title for this position?

The job title is Merchandiser for the Glossop, Stockport area.

What type of contract is offered for this position?

A permanent part-time contract of 4 hours per week is offered, with additional ad hoc work available.

What is the pay rate for this job?

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

Is a driving license required for this role?

Yes, a full UK driving license and use of a vehicle are required.

What kind of experience is preferred for applicants?

Previous merchandising experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

What skills are required for this role?

Applicants should have a friendly and confident personality, excellent communication skills, high integrity, reliability, and the ability to work on their own initiative.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Employees can access holiday pay, a contributory pension scheme, a health shield care plan, and more, including a colleague assistance program and a hardship fund.

How far should applicants reside from the advertised area?

Applicants should be located within 15 miles of the Glossop, Stockport area.

What is the company behind this job role?

The role is with Instore, which is part of Smiths News PLC, the UK’s largest news wholesaler.

Is diversity and inclusion important to the company?

Yes, inclusion and diversity are very important to the company, and they are committed to fostering a culture that embraces people from all backgrounds.

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.