Trainee Commercial Manager: Retail Growth & Product

Frasers Group; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global sports retailer is offering a unique Elevation programme aimed at training future champions of commercial retail. Participants will gain hands-on experience managing the product lifecycle, working closely with factories and taking ownership of various functions including design, logistics, and quality control. Successful applicants will have strong communication skills, a passion for retail, and working knowledge of Excel. Benefits include free accommodation, discounts, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

One year free accommodation

Discounted gym membership

20% discount across brands

Recognition scheme with double pay

Well-being programme

24-hour wellbeing helpline

Qualifications

• GCSE grade C (or equivalent) in Maths & English.
• A real passion for retail, able to spot customer trends.
• Outstanding communication skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the entire product lifecycle from concept to completion.
• Work closely with factories to review product performance.
• Gain hands-on experience in design, development, and logistics.

Skills

Commerciality

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Retail passion

Education

GCSE grade C in Maths & English

Degree in related fields encouraged

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading global sports retailer is offering a unique Elevation programme aimed at training future champions of commercial retail. Participants will gain hands-on experience managing the product lifecycle, working closely with factories and taking ownership of various functions including design, logistics, and quality control. Successful applicants will have strong communication skills, a passion for retail, and working knowledge of Excel. Benefits include free accommodation, discounts, and professional development opportunities.