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eXPD8

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Plymouth

AI generated summary

  • You should have merchandising or retail experience, strong communication skills, be self-motivated, handle manual tasks, accept deliveries, use a tablet, and ideally have a full driving license.
  • You will set up displays, stock shelves, follow planograms, communicate promotions, and maintain relationships with store staff while 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 a bonus

Responsibilities

  • You will 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 the Entertainer brand and products inside and out, and more importantly, share that knowledge with your team!
  • 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 location for this Retail Merchandiser role?

The primary location for this role is within Tesco Plymouth Lee Mills.

What are the confirmed working hours for this position?

The confirmed working hours are 8 hours per week, specifically on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with opportunities for ad hoc work as agreed.

What types of products will I be merchandising?

You will primarily work within The Entertainer concession within Tesco, but there may also be opportunities to work across other categories including Books, Entertainment, Health, and Beauty.

Is experience in merchandising required for this role?

Experience in merchandising is beneficial, but a passion for retail and customer service is equally important.

Will I need to handle some physical tasks in this job?

Yes, the role involves some manual handling, as you will need to move and arrange products from the warehouse to the shop floor.

What skills are important for a Retail Merchandiser?

Important skills include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently using initiative, and a commitment to delivering great standards and service.

Do I need a driving license for this position?

While a full UK driving license and access to a car is considered a bonus, it is not a strict requirement for the role.

What kind of training will I receive?

You will receive a full induction and training, with access to over 400 learning resources to support your role.

What rewards or benefits does the company offer?

The company offers flexible holiday and pay, immediate access to GroceryAid for you and your family, access to rewards, an unlimited refer-a-friend scheme, and early access to your wage through PAYM8.

How important is relationship building in this role?

Building and maintaining good working relationships with in-store colleagues, particularly department and store managers, is crucial in this role.

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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.