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Join Our Store Development Team: Merchandising Manager Position Open at Heron Foods!
Are you a natural leader with a passion for delivering outstanding retail environments? Heron Foods is looking for a Merchandising Manager to lead our Merchandising Team, helping to deliver new store openings and upgrades across our ever-growing estate. With a salary of £36,500, this is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the in-store experience for our customers.
This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of project managing merchandising activity from start to finish-working closely with our Store Development Manager and Space Planning Team to ensure stores open on time, to plan, and to the highest possible standards.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy leading teams, and want to make a visible difference to a business with over 340 stores (and counting), this could be the perfect next step for you.
What We Offer
* Salary: £36,500
* 30 days annual leave (with the option to purchase additional days).
* A pension scheme and 24/7 access to an employee assistance programme.
* Online GP service for you and your family.
* Employee discounts across Heron Foods and B&M stores.
* Access to exclusive deals and lifestyle discounts through BenefitHub.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the Merchandising Team to deliver accurate and timely new store openings and store upgrades.
* Work with the Store Development Manager to plan and schedule store works in line with business needs.
* Ensure store layouts and merchandising comply with health & safety requirements and company policies.
* Maintain the highest standards of store presentation, layout, and merchandising.
* Collaborate with Space Planners to confirm correct equipment is ordered or picked from stock.
* Review and sign off CAD plans, suggesting any relevant changes to improve store performance.
* Ensure all works are completed efficiently, cost-effectively, and to schedule.
We're looking for someone with:
* Proven leadership experience, ideally within a retail or merchandising environment.
* Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects.
* Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
* Attention to detail and a drive for accuracy and high standards.
* A flexible and proactive approach, with a strong 'can-do' attitude.
* The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
* A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to store sites across the UK.
At Heron Foods, we're committed to delivering high-quality value to our customers-and that starts with exceptional store environments. If you're ready to bring your leadership and merchandising skills to a growing retail business with ambitious plans, apply now and help shape the future of Heron Foods.
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