Propositions Assistant

Co-op; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused retailer based in Manchester is seeking a Propositions Assistant to maintain an accurate product catalogue. You will support trading teams and ensure product data is consistent. The role offers a hybrid work model and great benefits, including an annual bonus and 30% discount on Co-op products. Ideal candidates should have experience in a buying environment and strong organizational skills.

Benefits

Annual bonus

28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service)

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

30% discount on Co-op products

Virtual healthcare

Training and support for development

Qualifications

• Experience in a Buying Assistant or Propositions Assistant role.
• Background in a commercial environment.
• Good administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Keep product catalogue accurate and up-to-date.
• Support trading teams with listings and updates.
• Maintain reliable product records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Job description

Propositions Assistant

Up to £29,600 plus great benefits (Work Level 6B)

Location: Manchester/Scunthorpe (hybrid working – typically two to three days per week spent across our Manchester and Scunthorpe offices, with at least one day each week based in Scunthorpe)

Co‑op Wholesale is growing, and we’re looking for people who want to help shape what comes next. As a Propositions Assistant in our brand‑new Propositions team, you’ll help to keep our product catalogue accurate and up‑to‑date. It’s all about making sure our wholesale partners can find and order what they need quickly and easily, so they can keep their shelves stocked for the communities they serve.

Why this role matters

We’re building something big at Co‑op Wholesale. With a refreshed structure and exciting plans ahead, we’re creating new opportunities to strengthen our proposition for our independent retailers, key accounts, and a growing corporate client base. To do this, we need to make sure our product catalogue is built around what our partners need. That’s where you come in.

This is your chance to help bring new ideas to life and make a real impact across Co‑op Wholesale. Be part of it.

What you’ll do

• Keep our product catalogue accurate and up‑to‑date
• Make sure product data is complete, consistent, and visible across the right systems
• Support trading and commercial teams with listings, updates, and promotions
• Work with teams across the wider business to align product info and support campaigns
• Help us plan and deliver great propositions by maintaining reliable product records
• Handle day‑to‑day queries and keep things running smoothly

What you’ll bring

• Experience in a Buying Assistant or Propositions Assistant role
• A background in a commercial environmentGreat attention to detail and admin skills
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your time well
• Good communication and collaboration skills

Why Co‑op?

At Co‑op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We’re an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we’re powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you’ll also receive:

• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
• A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• 30% discount on Co‑op products and 10% off other brands
• Stream – early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
• 24/7 colleague support service
• Training and support for your development and career progression
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme

A place you’ll belong

We’re building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone, and our support centre is an inclusive environment where all our colleagues can thrive.

If you have a disability, we’ll make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. We’re also proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme – if you’re disabled and you meet the minimum criteria for this job, we’ll guarantee you an interview.

Learn more about our recruitment process at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process
Explore our commitments to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-wellbeing

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes up to 50 minutes. If you're a current Co‑op colleague, this does not need to be completed.