About Company
Join Aldi, a leading supermarket chain renowned for its commitment to quality products at unbeatable prices. With a vast network of stores across the UK and globally, Aldi prides itself on a simple, efficient, and customer-focused approach to retail. We’re a fast-paced, dynamic employer that values hard work, dedication, and a positive attitude. Our mission is to make high-quality food accessible to everyone, and our success is built on the passion and performance of our people. From our award-winning products to our supportive team environment, Aldi offers a unique and rewarding career journey. We invest in our employees, providing comprehensive training and development opportunities, fostering a culture of growth and mutual respect. Be a part of a team that makes a real difference to communities every day, contributing to a brand that customers trust and love.
Job Description
Are you an individual with an eye for detail, a flair for visual presentation, and a passion for creating an inviting shopping experience? Aldi in Great Barr, Birmingham, is seeking a dedicated Retail Display Assistant – Store Layout to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in bringing our stores to life, ensuring that products are displayed attractively and efficiently to enhance the customer journey and drive sales.
As a Retail Display Assistant, you will be responsible for the meticulous implementation of visual merchandising guidelines, setting up eye-catching promotional displays, and maintaining the overall aesthetic and functionality of the store layout. You will work closely with store management and colleagues, translating brand directives into tangible, appealing retail environments. This involves everything from arranging product placements, refreshing seasonal displays, to ensuring all signage is current and impactful. You’ll play a critical role in optimising product visibility and flow, making it easy for customers to navigate and discover our fantastic range.
We are looking for someone who can thrive in a fast-paced retail setting, possesses excellent organisational skills, and has a keen understanding of what makes a display truly engaging. Your efforts will directly contribute to customer satisfaction, sales performance, and maintaining Aldi’s reputation for smart, clean, and well-organised stores. This is more than just stacking shelves; it’s about crafting an immersive shopping experience, reflecting our brand’s quality and value. If you’re ready to make a visual impact and be a key player in a bustling retail environment, we encourage you to apply. This full-time position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within a leading global retailer, contributing to the daily success and visual appeal of our Great Barr store.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain visual merchandising guidelines across various product categories.
- Set up and refresh promotional displays, ensuring they are attractive, coherent, and comply with brand standards.
- Optimize store layout to enhance customer flow, product visibility, and overall shopping experience.
- Ensure all product displays are clean, well-stocked, and accurately priced with correct signage.
- Collaborate effectively with store management and team members to execute display plans and store initiatives.
- Monitor inventory levels for display products and communicate stock needs to management.
- Adhere to health, safety, and security standards within display areas and throughout the store.
- Provide feedback on display effectiveness and customer engagement to inform future merchandising strategies.
Required Skills
- Proven experience or strong aptitude for visual merchandising and display techniques.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics and design.
- Ability to interpret and implement detailed visual merchandising guidelines.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members.
- Physical stamina and ability to lift, move, and arrange merchandise and display fixtures.
- Basic understanding of retail operations and customer service principles.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a retail environment, ideally in a display, merchandising, or similar role.
- Knowledge of current retail display trends and best practices.
- A creative flair and passion for creating engaging customer experiences.
- Proficiency in using basic retail display tools and equipment.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive annual salary.
- Comprehensive training and development programs.
- Generous holiday allowance.
- Company pension scheme.
- Opportunities for career progression within a global retailer.
- Supportive and dynamic team environment.
- Employee discount on Aldi products.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to click on the application link below to submit their application directly through the Aldi recruitment portal. Please ensure your CV highlights your relevant experience and skills for this role.