Trade Planning Executive - Watford

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trade Planning Executive to join the UK’s largest specialist wine retailer!

Who are we?

Majestic is the UK’s largest specialist wine retailer, operating a network of over 200 stores nationwide. Founded in 1980, the company recently passed back into private ownership following the acquisition of Fortress Investment Group and has undergone an ambitious transformation and turnaround programme. The results of which are now being seen, with record market share growth, a new and improved product range, a new website and six new stores – with a pipeline for future expansion over the next five years. With no minimum purchase, the Majestic range includes over 1,100 different wines, spirits and beers both online and in-store. Majestic’s key strength is over 1,000 WSET-trained colleagues offering knowledgeable, friendly service across all channels.

The role

A role sitting in the Trading Team (Buying and Trade Planning), with the main responsibility of supporting the activities of the Trading function by managing the day-day admin of the Trade Planning team.

Key Accountabilities and  Responsibilities

• Facilitate the smooth operation of the Trade Planning, Buying and Merchandising teams to execute the Trade Plan.
• Deputise for the Trade Planner as appropriate.
• Working with Buying, Merchandising and Marketing to ensure all documentation and plans are accurate and up to date.
• Assist the Trade Planner and Director of Trading in producing appropriate communications and analysis of activity.
• Work with key stakeholders and Suppliers to ensure Activation Plans are accurate and launched on to time.
• Critical Path  monitoring, highlighting areas of concern and chasing actions.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Experience

• Highly organised, with a proven track record of prioritising workload to meet deadlines
• High competency of Excel/Google Sheets and PowerPoint/Google Slides
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to influence manage upwards
• Ability to multi-task in our fast paced Trading team
• Willingness to get stuck in, being flexible and open to change
• Has an eye for detail and accuracy
• Desired – experience in an admin role within Trading/Buying/Merchandising function

What’s in it for you: 

• A competitive salary
• Up to 20% Staff Discount
• Life Assurance
• A contributory Company Pension Plan
• Free parking on site with electric charging points
• Access to Retail Trust which includes: Retail Rewards including Instant savings with discounted e-vouchers, discounted reloadable shopping cards, gift vouchers and gift cards, Discounts of up to 30%, Access to free counselling and support phone line Company maternity, paternity and adoption leave after 26 weeks Long service rewards.
• Company sick pay scheme

Job Specifics: 

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Location: Watford. Our Head Office is based in Watford, just 20 minutes from London Euston. From Watford Junction, we are a 15-minute walk to our Head Office.