Merchandiser, Retail

Morrisons Books Merchandiser – South Shields

Flexible, part time zero hour contract

Pay Rate – £14.24 Per hour (includes Holiday Pay)

Travel time and mileage are payable subject to eligibility

Location Allowance if applicable

Full UK Driving licence plus use of vehicle required.

We offer an average of 5-20 hours per week (not guaranteed)

• Mondays (including Bank Holidays)
• Thursdays (selected stores)
• All calls to be completed before 12:00pm

Contract Type:
Flexible, part-time (zero‑hour)

As a Books Merchandiser, you will play a key role in ensuring in-store book displays are visually appealing, fully stocked, and aligned to client expectations. This is a hands‑on role where attention to detail, organisation, and strong communication are essential.

• Stock Replenishment & Display:
  Move stock from the warehouse to the shop floor, organise shelves, and ensure products are fully replenished and presented to a high standard.
• Planogram Compliance:
  Accurately implement planograms and visual briefs to ensure all displays meet required layouts and standards.
• Promotional Execution:
  Set up promotional materials, price labels, and point‑of‑sale (POS) displays to support campaigns and drive sales.
• Reporting & Communication:
  Use a company device or mobile app to access briefs, record activity, upload photos, and provide feedback to client teams.
• Relationship Building:
  Build positive working relationships with store managers and colleagues to ensure smooth and effective in‑store activity.

With 34 distribution centres and over 22,000 retailers relying on us, we are the UK’s largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler. Our success is driven by dedicated colleagues who deliver excellence every day.

In addition to flexible working and extra earning potential, we offer:

• Holiday pay and contributory pension scheme
• Access to our Colleague Assistance Programme and Mental Health Allies
• Share Save scheme and additional benefits
• Opportunities for career development within a FTSE‑listed company (Smiths News)

Previous merchandising experience is beneficial but not essential. More importantly, you will be:

• Friendly, confident, and proactive with a “can‑do” attitude
• A strong communicator with high integrity and reliability
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to work independently and make decisions under pressure
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service
• Based within 15 miles of the advertised area

• You must have the right to work in the UK to apply.
• Flexible opportunities available to suit your lifestyle or supplement your income.

We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.