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eXPD8

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level

AI generated summary

  • You should have a passion for merchandising, strong communication skills, problem-solving ability, comfort with manual handling, tech-savviness, and ideally, a driving license and car access.
  • You will educate your team on products, implement merchandising standards, arrange displays, set up promotions, and maintain relationships with store staff while providing timely feedback.

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'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 main location for the Retail Merchandiser role?

The main location for the Retail Merchandiser role is within Tesco North Shields.

What are the confirmed working hours for this position?

The confirmed working hours are 11 hours total, specifically on Fridays from 12:00 - 17:30 and Saturdays from 12:00 - 17:30, with additional ad hoc work as agreed.

Will I be working with a specific brand?

Yes, you will primarily be working within The Entertainer concession within Tesco.

What responsibilities does the role include?

Responsibilities include setting up fixtures, displaying products and promotions attractively, ensuring shelves are well-stocked, and implementing merchandising standards and compliance.

Is previous experience in retail or merchandising required?

While experience is preferred, a passion for merchandising, retail, and customer service is also valued.

Do I need to transport products myself?

Yes, you will need to move and arrange products from the warehouse to the shopfloor, so some manual handling is involved.

Is a driving license necessary for this role?

A full UK driving license and access to a car is a bonus, but not strictly necessary for the role.

What type of training will I receive?

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

What are the benefits offered to employees?

Benefits include flexible holiday and pay, immediate access to GroceryAid, access to eXPD8 Rewards, PAYM8 for wage access, an unlimited refer-a-friend scheme, and comprehensive training resources.

How does the company view diversity and inclusion?

The company is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and a fully inclusive employer, valuing and supporting all employees.

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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.