Our client is the UK's leading supplier of garden pots with a reputation for excellence and expertise in the design and distribution of gardenware and horticulture products. The family business has been trading since 1987, prioritising quality and end-to-end customer service. They distribute products to over 2,000 garden centres and retail outlets nationwide.
They now have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Merchandiser to join the team. The new team member will be co-responsible for merchandising pots that are delivered to Garden Centres.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Drive sales through effective visual display merchandising, point of sale, promotions and reducing markdowns
Delivering a very high standard of customer service
Discussing our range of products with customers and secure add on sales when appropriate
Processing credit requests with garden centres when necessary
Placement of stands and benches within garden centre
Securely fixing point of sale on the stands and displays
Maintaining a clean and tidy workspace that is safe for both yourself and the general public
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required
Essential
Exceptional organisational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritise appropriately
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective team and supplier relationships
Capable of lifting heavy items on a regular basis
Happy to work outside
Full UK driving licence
Desirable
Knowledge and understanding of the garden centre/wholesale/FMCG industry
Ambition to create trust with our customers and build relationships to take on sales merchandiser role to take responsibility for the sales and merchandising of Ireland
Personal Characteristics
Tenacious with an eye for detail;
Resilient and self-motivated;
Ability to work under pressure;
Trustworthy and reliable;
Personable, team player but also able to work alone.
Flexible to work some long days
Schedule:
Monday – Friday, with occasional Saturdays as required during the busy seasons
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)
Work Location:
On the road
Reporting to:
Area Sales Representative
Salary:
up to £30,000 - £34,000 pa DOE + (1.5x daily rate) for Saturdays DOE
Location:
Ireland
Company Benefits
23 days holiday plus bank holidays;
Contributory pension scheme;
Company social events;
Bonus scheme issued twice yearly (non-contractual);
Life insurance at 3 x annual salary following 3 months service;
EAP programme;
Cycle to work scheme;
An inclusive working environment;
A friendly and supportive culture.
Additional pay:
Bonus scheme
All Benefits:
Additional leave
Bereavement leave
Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Flexitime
Free Parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
Sick pay