Tactical Retail Merchandiser

Do you have what it takes to make the shelves irresistible to shoppers? Do you have a knack for spotting what looks good and creating eye-catching displays? Do you have an eye for detail?

If so at eXPD8, we're looking for a Tactical Retail Merchandiser based in the Tesco Blackpool FY4 4UJ area. You'll be an integral part of a field-based retail merchandising team, working in a range of high street retailers on behalf of exciting household name brands.

You will be responsible for ensuring the fixtures are set up effectively, products and promotions are displayed attractively, and the shelves are well-stocked.

Interested in learning more? Read on below...

About the role:

This role is for tactical work, which would suit someone who wants to supplement another job, is looking for occasional work or seasonal hours.

How you'll deliver excellence:

Compliance and Standards

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.

Product Placement and Replenishment

You'll arrange and organise products on shelves and displays to maximise visibility and appeal.

Promotional and Point of Sale Setup

You'll set up promotional displays and signage to effectively communicate prices, discounts, and special offers.

Strong communication and relationship building

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!

What makes you excellent:

Flexibility in terms of availability

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 required

What makes us excellent:

eXPD8 is proud to be ranked as the top field marketing employer in the Financial Times' UK Best Employers 2025 list, celebrating our commitment to a supportive and empowering workplace! We are one of the UK's largest field marketing agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting many iconic brands and retailers.

People are our business, so we work hard to ensure they are supported, rewarded, and valued. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and a fully inclusive employer.

On top of that, we offer:

Flexible holiday and pay

Immediate access for you and your family to GroceryAid

Access to eXPD8 Rewards where we offer regular competitions and incentive plans

Access to PAYM8, allowing you to access your wage before your payday

Unlimited refer a friend scheme

Full induction and training provided with access to over 400 learning resources

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