ECOMMERCE TRADING ASSISTANT

Wilton Bradley Ltd; Highweek; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilton Bradley Ltd. is seeking a bright, commercially minded individual to join our eCommerce Trading team in the UK. You will support day-to-day trading across our websites and marketplace channels, gaining hands-on experience in pricing, stock management, reporting and product performance.

You’ll gradually take ownership of brands and product categories as your knowledge grows, with coaching from the wider Trading team and Head of eCommerce.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working with numbers and spreadsheets.
• Analytical yet commercial mind with the ability to draw insights from data.
• Some experience in a business environment, preferably with consumer products.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and CMS usage.

Responsibilities

• Support the Trading team with day-to-day execution of trading activities across websites and marketplace channels.
• Assist with setting up and maintaining pricing, promotions and product information across channels.
• Produce regular trading reports and help analyse sales, pricing and product performance.
• Carry out competitor pricing and market research to identify commercial opportunities.
• Support demand planning and stock forecasting by maintaining data and highlighting issues.
• Liaise with internal departments to deliver trading activity.
• Ensure products are live, accurate and optimised across sites and marketplaces.
• Assist with seasonal campaigns, promotions and new product launches.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

eCommerce

Pricing

Stock management

CMS

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CMS

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our growing global multi-channel company in Devon and an ideal role for someone looking to build a career in eCommerce. We’re looking for a bright, commercially minded and digitally savvy individual to join our eCommerce Trading team. Working closely with the eCommerce Trading Manager and Head of eCommerce, you’ll support the day-to-day running of our websites and marketplace channels across the UK and Europe.

Your primary focus will be supporting the Trading team across a wide range of commercial and administrative activities. You’ll gain hands‑on experience across pricing, promotions, stock management, reporting and product performance. As your knowledge and confidence grow, you’ll also take ownership of selected brands and product categories, giving you the opportunity to develop your commercial trading skills with the support and coaching of the wider Trading team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the Trading team with the day‑to‑day execution of trading activities across our websites and marketplace channels.
• Assist with setting up and maintaining pricing, promotions and product information across multiple sales channels.
• Produce regular trading reports and help analyse sales, pricing and product performance.
• Carry out competitor pricing and market research to identify commercial opportunities.
• Support demand planning and stock forecasting by maintaining accurate data and highlighting potential issues.
• Liaise with Buying, Marketing, Customer Services and other internal departments to help deliver successful trading activity.
• Ensure products are live, accurate and optimised across our eCommerce websites and marketplace channels.
• Assist with the preparation and execution of seasonal campaigns, promotions and new product launches.
• Support the continuous improvement of trading processes and identify opportunities to increase efficiency.
• Gradually take ownership of selected brands, product categories and trading activities as your knowledge and experience develop.
• Maintain regular, consistent and professional attendance, punctuality and personal presentation, while adhering to relevant health and safety procedures.
• Adhere to stated policies and procedures
• Any other tasks deemed by the Company to be necessary for the successful completion of the role

What We’re Looking For

Can you?

• Comfortable working with numbers & spreadsheets.
• An analytical yet commercial mind, with the ability to draw insights & recommendations from data.
• A warm and ambitious individual with a passion for eCommerce.
• Some experience working in a business environment, preferably with consumer products.
• Computer literate, with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience using a CMS highly favourable.
• The ability to perform under pressure and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisation and planning.
• Ability to work proactively on own initiative and as part of our team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.