Trading Desk Executive
Trafford Park, Hybrid working, 3 days per week in office
Various roles available
At HSS ProService Marketplace, we’ve built a smarter way for businesses to get the tools, equipment, and materials they need to get the job done. Our online marketplace connects customers with trusted suppliers quickly and easily, helping businesses across the UK work faster, smarter, and more sustainably.
We’re looking for a Trading Desk Executive to join our growing Marketplace Commercial team. In this pivotal role, you’ll act as the commercial gatekeeper — assessing pricing requests, analysing margin implications, and making decisive, data-driven recommendations that balance competitiveness with profitability.
The impact you’ll have:
You’ll sit at the heart of commercial decision-making — helping the business win profitable work, maintain strong supplier relationships, and protect margins across every deal. Your insight and judgement will shape how we trade smarter, faster, and more effectively.
A typical day:
* Review pricing requests from Order Takers and Specialist Leads, assessing competitiveness and profitability
* Evaluate commercial rationale — customer value, volume, and strategic importance
* Make quick, confident decisions to approve, reject, or adjust pricing
* Analyse customer pricing history and forecast impact on overall margin
* Escalate high-value or strategic opportunities with data-backed recommendations
* Balance the need to win business with the importance of protecting margin
* Assess margin implications of pricing adjustments and deal structures
* Identify margin improvement opportunities through supplier negotiation or alternative solutions
* Engage directly with suppliers to negotiate better buying rates
* Identify and source alternative suppliers or products to maintain competitiveness
* Analyse pricing trends, win/loss rates, and competitor activity
What you’ll bring:
* Commercial acumen: Sharp understanding of pricing, profitability, and revenue optimisation
* Analytical mindset: Strong with numbers, financial modelling, and margin analysis
* Decisive judgement: Confident making informed decisions quickly under pressure
* Communication: Clear, persuasive, and professional in explaining pricing decisions
* Negotiation skills: Capable of securing favourable terms with suppliers and stakeholders
* System proficiency: Strong Excel skills and confident working across multiple systems
* Resilience: Able to challenge constructively and maintain positive relationships
What you’ll get back:
Join a forward-thinking team that's committed to transforming how businesses operate, using the latest technology and a bold vision. If you're passionate about being part of an industry disruptor, this is the place to build your career.
* Your birthday each year as annual leave to spend how you want to!
* One paid volunteering day each year to give back to your community
* Training and development opportunities to grow your career and skills
* Wellbeing and healthcare support - at work and at home
* A culture of revolution, driving digital change in a traditional industry
* Discounts and cashback on a huge range of perks including gyms, restaurants, and shopping
* Access to flexible benefits like Cycle to Work, Holiday Buy, Critical Illness Cover and more
Different Perspectives, One Platform
We’re not all the same, and that’s what makes us stronger. We believe great ideas come from different people, different experiences, and different ways of thinking.
Whether you’re starting out, switching careers, or looking for your next big move - if you’ve got the skills and the drive, we want to hear from you.
Not sure you tick every box? That’s okay. We’d still love to hear from you. If you’ve got any questions, email us at ProCareers@hss.com and one of our team will be happy to help.