Branch Assistant Merchandiser

2 months ago

Watford, United Kingdom PEPCO Full time
About the role...

As an Assistant Branch Merchandiser, you will play a critical role in ensuring our products are in the right place at the right time to drive sales, reduce markdown, and maximise stock performance.

You'll collaborate with merchandising teams, finance, and visual merchandising to maintain effective stock management practices. You will be key in influencing data-driven decisions that help optimise store performance.

We uphold three core behaviours that guide all our actions:

Love Our Customers: We strive to delight our customers, listening and responding to their needs because they are our priority.

Care for Our Colleagues: We support each other to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Protect Our Pounds/Euros: We are committed to cost-efficiency and value, ensuring every penny counts.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Why choose us?
  • Professional development: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue QUALIFICATION through our apprenticeship programme.
  • Bonus Potential: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements.
  • Free On-Site Parking: Enjoy the convenience of free parking, making your daily commute hassle-free.
  • Onsite Coffee Lounge: Take advantage of our onsite coffee lounge, a perfect space to relax and recharge during breaks.
  • Exclusive Store Discounts: Receive a 10% discount on most in-store purchases, enhancing your shopping experience.
  • Family-Friendly Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits are designed to support your and your family’s needs.
  • My Staff Shop: Gain exclusive discounts through our ‘My Staff Shop’ portal, saving on various products and services.
  • Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your family’s future.
  • Health & Wellbeing Programme: Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing.
  • Generous Holiday Allowance: Start with a generous leave entitlement that increases by one day each year (up to 33 days), with the option to buy additional holiday annually. Celebrate your special day off work every year with an extra day’s holiday because we believe birthdays are important.
  • Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement.
Your Impact and Responsibilities…
  • Review and analyse store performance, making recommendations for improvement.
  • Conduct store visits to assess stock levels and provide feedback.
  • Support the retail team in ensuring operational excellence, especially around sales launches.
  • Administer and optimise the allocation and replenishment system to align with business needs.
  • Provide reports for trade meetings and contribute to trading decisions.
  • Work cross-functionally to understand customer behaviour and identify new business opportunities.
Skills and Knowledge…
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills, with experience in data extraction and analysis using tools such as SQL, Python, and Excel.
  • High competency in MS Office, with PowerBI experience being a plus.
  • Confidence in presenting insights to senior management and influencing key decisions.
  • Experience in branch merchandising and an understanding of stock grading principles.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
  • A proactive approach to your own development and a willingness to collaborate across departments.
About us...

Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 900 stores and nearly 18,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings. 

At Poundland & Dealz, we don't just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers.

Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. Our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues make it all possible.

We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do and keep us on track. They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros. By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land that is fun, friendly, and full of surprises—a place where our people can truly be the best versions of themselves

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