About the role... We are looking to recruit a Marketing Executive to be based from our Customer Support Centre, in Walsall, on a hybrid working model, with a minimum of 3 days a week in the office.
This is an exciting time to join a fast-paced and dynamic Marketing team. The Marketing Executive will support the team in the delivery of the Customer Activity plan.
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… As Marketing Executive, you will:
Support with the creative critical path with a focus on promotional space and manage timelines to ensure POC is produced and delivered to strict deadlines
Support the creation, execution, and delivery of impactful in-store marketing campaigns that align with Poundland and Dealz core brand objectives and tone
of voice, to drive customer engagement, basket spend / sales and improve the shopper experience
Work closely with our agency partners (design and print) to support the creative and production of POS elements.
Supporting fashion shoots and lifestyle shoots for Poundland
Organising samples for any photography required for POS, liaising with the relevant traders, DC or collection from store
Support with invoices including raising purchase orders
Skills and Knowledge… We are looking for someone with:
Experience in a similar role ideally from within a store based retail environment.
Understanding of in-store marketing for a consumer-facing brand.
The ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where no two days are the same
The ability to share and update on the status and progress of in-store marketing campaigns, effectively communicating with stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create compelling and impactful in-store marketing campaigns
Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, react quickly under pressure, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
A ‘can do’ attitude and be a genuine team player
About us... Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 850 stores and nearly 17,000 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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