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About the role
We have an opportunity available to join our Format and Development Team as a field based Format & Development Merchandiser. You will be responsible for delivering the new store and refit program for Budgens, Londis, Premier and Family shopper in the south and midlands. This is a full time role working 38 hours per week over 5 days.
This is a regional role predominantly covering the south and midlands and due to the nature of the role travel is required. A car allowance is available, where applicable. More details about this can be discussed at interview.Â
Role Responsibility
- Organising and attending site meetings at stores along with Retail Development Managers (RDM), shop fitters and signage companies to discuss scope of works and brand expectations.
- Taking ownership and being the point of contact for the project, liaising between the retailer, RDM, shop fitter and signage company.
- Articulate layout changes that might be required before the project starts or during the project to ensure the merchandising team have a fully accurate plan to work from.
- Work alongside RDMs, Planners and Merchandisers to ensure stores are following brand guidelines.
- Managing shopfitters on site to ensure specifications are being followed and resolving any issues that may arise.
- Review and ordering equipment based on brand and site requirements.
- Ensure imagery and POS is fit for purpose and within current promotions / brand guidelines.
You will need
- You will need to be prepared to travel as the role does involve many site visits across the South and Midlands
- Previous project management or store development experience.
- Expert working knowledge of all our brands including Premier, Budgens, Londis and Family Shopper.
- High level communication skills to be able to manage a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Organisational skills to manage multiple projects at once.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Good IT skills
Whats in it for you
At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:
- A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
- After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
- 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
- Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
- Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
- 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
- Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
- An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
- After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
- Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
- Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
- Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
- A great holiday package
About The Company
Be part of something special. Join our team at Booker.
Booker is the UK’s leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country.
Booker Group comprises of Booker Wholesale, Makro, Booker Direct, Classic Drinks, Ritter Courivaud and Chef Direct. Our customers include Premier, Family Shopper, Budgens and Londis retailers and we have one shared aim - improving choice, price and service for all our customers.
Our business is incredibly diverse, so it takes a wide range of skills to deliver the exceptional service our customers require.
Wherever you join us, you’ll be part of an organisation that will help your career to keep moving forward.
*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*
