MERCHANDISER Essex
Job description
Job Description
Ty, the #1 Plush manufacturer in the world is seeking a Retail Merchandiser to call on both large national retailers and smaller independent shops across your designated area.
Your territory will include national travel but will predominately focus on covering Essex and the East of England so you must be able to travel daily throughout your assigned territory and a full UK driving licence is required. Some overnight stays will be required and all associated costs will be covered by the Company.
Duties will include:
· Interacting with customers and store management
· Merchandising stands in line with brand standards
· Checking product churn and reporting figures to the sales representatives/sales director
· Photographing and documenting stands and displays on a daily basis
· Promoting and showcasing the Ty product ranges throughout the store
· Attending annual trade shows to assist with stand merchandising and preparation
· Supporting the sales team with any other adhoc or administrative tasks
· Locating & unpacking deliveries for replenishment of displays
· Assisting stores with building their stands (where necessary)
· Weekly and monthly sales reporting
· Writing reorders
Full retail training & support provided as well as a company car, mobile phone and tablet
Experience and skills required:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Previous customer Service experience required
- Toy/gift trade/industry knowledge or experience would be beneficial
- Basic computer literacy including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office and Microsoft word
- Work well under pressure
- Work well as a team and individual
- “Can do” attitude
- A confident & friendly personality
Please note that this is a full-time role working from Monday to Friday between the hours of 9AM > 5PM. Due to the nature of the business and travel, some overtime may be required during peak season and flexibility is required.
Benefits:
- Company car/company car allowance
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £24,000.00-£29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Licence/Certification:
- UK Drivers Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road
