Retail Merchandiser
eXPD8
£12.21 per hour
Brunel Way, Burnham, Essex, SL1 1XW, United Kingdom
Part time
- People enjoy this job
- Respectful managers
About the job
Job description from eXPD8
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 Retail Merchandiser based in the XXX area. You'll be an integral part of a field-based retail merchandising team, working on behalf of exciting household name brands. Please note that although you will be based in one area, there are work opportunities across a variety of different stores.
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 will be work across a variety of categories including: XXX
Confirmed working days/hours:
Plus ad hoc work as interested and agreed!
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
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- 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:
- 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:
We are one of the UK's largest field marketing agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting many iconic brands and retailers. We have a great reputation of delivering exceptional service to ensure our customers succeed in retail.
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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About eXPD8
eXPD8 is a retail marketing agency. They specialise in working with retailers, suppliers and manufacturers.
The best things about working at eXPD8
- 92% say it’s easy to book holiday
- 86% say they enjoy their job
- 85% say it is easy to change their shifts
Featured by eXPD8, based on 66 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz
What to expect from working at eXPD8 from eXPD8
Perks of working at eXPD8 from eXPD8
- 🏝️ Flexible holiday bank
- 💸 Access your wage before your payday
- 🏆 Regular competitions and incentive plans
- 👯♀️ Unlimited refer a friend/family scheme
- 🌈 Immediate access for you and your family to GroceryAid
- 🎓 Full induction and training provided with access to over 400 learning resources
What eXPD8 employees say
66 eXPD8 employees have taken the Breakroom Quiz and told us what it’s really like to work there. Here’s everything they have told us:
Breakroom Rating for eXPD8
Pay
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Needs improving
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Most people aren’t paid a living wage
Do eXPD8 pay a living wage?
Most people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
87% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do workers at eXPD8 get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
91% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do eXPD8 pay sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
93% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
Okay
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Some people do unpaid extra work
Do workers at eXPD8 do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
53% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at eXPD8?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 56% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 44% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 0% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 0% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
Okay
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Some people worry about their hours
Do workers at eXPD8 worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
35% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
Good
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Most people get a choice of shifts
Do eXPD8 workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
73% report that their manager gives them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Good
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Easy to change shifts
How easy is it for eXPD8 workers to change shifts?
Most people find it easy to change shifts.
How we know this
85% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
Good
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at eXPD8?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
92% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
Good
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Shifts don’t get changed at short notice
Do eXPD8 managers change shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
81% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
Good
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at eXPD8?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
83% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at eXPD8 feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
69% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
Okay
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Only some people get proper breaks
Do people at eXPD8 get proper breaks?
Some people don’t get proper breaks.
How we know this
50% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
Okay
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Some people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at eXPD8?
Some people feel stressed here.
How we know this
53% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
Good
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at eXPD8 enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
86% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and March 2025.
Okay
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at eXPD8 recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
53% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
Okay
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Only some people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at eXPD8?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
47% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
Okay
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Only some people get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at eXPD8?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 45% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do people think eXPD8 head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
85% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how eXPD8 is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
58% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
eXPD8 job reviews
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Best thing
Working in my own able to work around getting kids to school
Worst thing
No feedback or direct immediate help
Merchandiser at eXPD8, May 2022
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Best thing
Flexible
Worst thing
Get some shifts sprung on you without having the manger ask if you can actually do it
Merchandiser at eXPD8, February 2022
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