Field Support Merchandiser – Oxford Salary: £20,800 + Company Van (new fleet being issued during 2022) vehicle can be used for personal use, Fuel card provided with claimable rate in line with pump costs. Expense allowance: £520pa Type of contract: Schwartz is currently looking for a full-time Field Support Merchandiser to cover Oxford and surrounding areas. Working 40 hrs each week Monday – Saturday (with Wednesday off) this role allows for some flexibility especially with start time, no Sunday work scheduled only required at Christmas and double time paid. Some staying away from home is a requirement of this role however when working away days will be Monday to Friday.

• Develop and manage store contact relationships within the major supermarkets such as Tesco, ASDA and Morrisons.
• Use technologies and data to drive opportunities in stores, including additional secondary display. The relationship between merchandiser and store is critical within this operation.
• Collect and deliver stock to stores to a journey plan each day to ensure 100% availability of product on shelf and compliance to store plans
• Taking full responsibility for maintaining store records including inventory.
• Support when required other brands in the McCormick family. Schwartz has a unique route to market within the Grocery sector that requires individuals to:
• Have a positive “can-do approach” managing relationships and expectations in stores
• Enjoy being out on the road and working independently.
• Be prepared to stay away from home when required, accommodation and meal expenses organised.
• Work as part of a wider team sharing ideas and good practice to drive business success.
• Put the customers’ needs at the centre of everything they do.
• Be confident with using technology
• Enjoy the physical elements of this role. Since 1889 the Schwartz brand has been based on selling high quality, pure spices. It is a philosophy that has made Schwartz a fixture in every kitchen, if you want to be part of this successful team of over 150 sales professionals then apply now! Candidates must:
• Have the right to work in the UK and a UK bank account, as well as a full UK driving license
• Be able to manage their own time to meet the required deadline
• Previous merchandising experience is seen as an asset Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies. McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. McCormick is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer