JD Careers – Town Merchandiser

Job Responsibilities:

• Regular communication with the Visual Support Manager and Area Sales Manager.
• Check that stores are commercially set up and all POS in the correct location.
• Ensure that the weekly VM pack has been actioned and that all points have been achieved in given stores.
• Conduct weekly floor walks of your stores, making sure that points that need to be addressed are raised and actioned.
• Prepare and conduct training sessions with instore teams and potential future talent.
• Communicating new ideas and ways to improve the ongoing developments of the business.
• Train and develop the In-Store team.
• Store Visit Reports conducted and submitted to the Visual Support Manager and Area Sales Manager on a weekly basis, ensuring that the In-Store Merchandiser and management team are aware of what needs to be actioned.
• Analyse Oracle figures to assist you in deciding product locations and floor moves.
• Produce Training plans with the In-Store Merchandiser for staff progression

Job Requirements:

• Driving license is preferable but not essential.
• Retail Management skills would be advantageous.
• IT skills – Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel advantageous.
• Excellent Leadership and Time Management skills.
• Willing to travel to assist with new store openings.
• Strong Commercial awareness.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.