Trade Planning Admin

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Are you ready to step into a vibrant, fast-paced retail environment where your administrative skills will shine? Our client is seeking a dynamic Trade Planning Admin to join their dedicated team! If you thrive on multitasking, love tackling challenges, and have a keen eye for detail, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Role: Trade Planning Admin

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Welwyn Garden City (3 Days in Office)

Rate: £35,000 PAYE

Key Responsibilities:
As a Trade Planning Admin, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Trade Planning Manager and the entire team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing top-notch administrative support by updating and maintaining essential documents.
• Crafting engaging PowerPoint presentations to communicate vital information.
• Conducting advertising checks in collaboration with buying teams-confident communication is key!
• Engaging in competitor analysis, which may require some travel to explore market activity.
• Assisting with a variety of ad hoc tasks to keep the team running smoothly.

What We're Looking For:
We need someone who is:

• Flexible and Proactive: You should be ready to hit the ground running and adapt to shifting priorities with ease.
• Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail is essential, as you will be managing critical data and documents.
• A Strong Communicator: You will interact with various stakeholders, so confidence in your communication skills is a must!

Essential Skills:

• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Experience in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Desirable Experience:

• Background in food retail or similar commercial sectors.
• Ability to handle multiple stakeholders efficiently.

Additional Information:

• This role is primarily office-based, but some travel is required, so a valid driving license and access to a car is preferred.
• You will have the opportunity to interact with teams across the organization, including category, buying, marketing, and business support teams.

Why Join Us?
At our client's organization, you will be part of a central function that is integral to the business's success. You'll work in an exciting environment that fosters collaboration and innovation, all while developing your skills and growing your career.

If you're ready to make an impact and embrace a challenging yet rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

Apply Now!

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities' employer.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.