Job vacancy - Junior Commercial Assistant
Position: Junior Commercial Assistant
Reference: AMacs1901
Location: Rochester
Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 per annum
Junior Commercial Assistant
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a proactive and detail oriented Junior Commercial Assistant to join a fast paced business within the FMCG sector. This varied role will focus on gathering, analysing and presenting UK grocery market data relating to fresh produce, supporting commercial performance and customer insight.
Reporting to the Customer Account Manager, this position would suit either a recent graduate or someone with previous commercial or FMCG experience looking to develop their career within a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Conduct grocery market research through national store visits, recording and collating supermarket range data
2. Prepare GAP analysis reports on UK grocery market activity
3. Monitor industry trends, competitor activity and product developments to identify opportunities
4. Process and update customer orders using internal systems
5. Monitor customer stock availability and request order increases where required
6. Create and maintain reports using ERP systems
7. Support the Commercial team with ad hoc projects and initiatives
8. Liaise with customers to resolve order related queries and issues
9. Provide regular reporting and commercial insights to support sales performance
10. Identify opportunities to improve margin and profitability
About You
11. Previous experience within a commercial environment or a graduate with an interest in FMCG
12. Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel nationally
13. Proactive and self motivated approach
14. Comfortable working in a fast paced and evolving environment
Skills Required
15. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
16. Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
17. Strong communication skills
18. Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
19. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
What Is On Offer
20. A supportive culture focused on learning and career development
21. Competitive salary and benefits package
22. Opportunities for progression within a growing business
23. A collaborative environment where employees are valued
Salary and Benefits
24. Full time permanent position
25. Salary between 27000 and 29000 per annum
26. 40 hour working week
27. Five days per week including weekend rota cover where required
28. 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays
29. Additional annual leave based on length of service
30. Annual bonus and salary review scheme
31. Fortnightly pay
32. Pension scheme after qualifying period
33. Laptop and mobile phone provided
34. Company car provided for national travel and research projects
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