Position Overview & Specifications

We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and experienced administrator to join our Trading Team as a Category Assistant!

The Category Assistants are the pivotal part of the Bestway Trading Team guaranteeing the smooth running of the department by ensuring that all Category-specific administrative processes are carried out.

Your main responsibilities

Maintaining internal systems to ensure Product and Pricing tasks are correct
Liaising with suppliers to ensure timelines are delivered through activation of Media Plans to get confirmations for Invoices to be raised
Managing Supplier Invoice processes, from confirmations to raising
Dealing with Category-specific queries internally and externally from suppliers and retailers
Supporting the Category Manager with seasonal event planning (including supplier meetings/range selection/pricing communications/retailer booklet production etc)
Providing ad-hoc support for the Category Manager or Category Director

About You

Highly self-motivated with good communication and people skills
Strong organisational skills
Keen to learn, develop new skills, and gain experience
The ability to meet tight deadlines
Decision-making ability and a sense of responsibility
Numerate and analytical
Excellent knowledge and experience in using PC applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

What next?

If you are looking to launch, or grow, an exciting career in a company that values progression and development! Choose “Apply now” to fill out our short application and submit your CV!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £22,000.00-£24,000.00 per year

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