Commercial Assistant

NAAFI -
Whiteley

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Job details

Full-time
£27,803.88 a year
1 day ago

Benefits

Company pension
Employee discount

Qualifications

Supplier ordering
EDI
Stock ordering
Customer service
Stakeholder liaison
GCSE
Internal department liaison
Microsoft Office Suite
Administrative experience
Purchase order creation
Procurement support
Continuous improvement
Organisational skills
Purchasing
Stock replenishment
Stock coordination
Communication skills
Purchasing and procurement experience

Full job description

Commercial Assistant

Salary: £27,803.88 per annum
Location: NAAFI UK Support Office – Currently based in Whiteley, Fareham
Hours: 39 hours/week

Are you currently on the lookout for your next career move?

Do you have strong administrative skills and a keen eye for detail?

Are you someone who enjoys working with data, supporting commercial operations and delivering excellent customer service?

Do you want to work for an organisation that gives back to the British Armed Forces?

NAAFI are recruiting for Commercial Assistants to support our Buying and Central Ordering teams. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate product and pricing data, supporting stock replenishment activities, and ensuring the smooth operation of our commercial processes across the business.

We are seeking an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about accuracy, organisation and providing excellent support to in buying administration and ordering assistant functions.

Benefits of the role of Commercial Assistant:

Competitive salary of £27,803.88 per annum

25 Days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Opportunity to work as part of an organisation that gives back to the British Armed Forces

Access to Blue Light and 15% staff discounts

Bupa Cash Plan

Role and Responsibilities of a Commercial Assistant:

Responsible for supporting the effective purchase, sale and payment of products through the accurate management of company pricing, product data and stock replenishment activities. Working closely with suppliers, operations and internal stakeholders to ensure commercial information is maintained accurately and business processes run efficiently.

Maintain and manage all product master data, including the accurate setup of new products and ranges

Process product amendments, price changes, hierarchy updates, recipes and related product information, ensuring data accuracy and adherence to deadlines

Action supplier updates promptly and escalate sensitive changes such as cost amendments, pack size changes and product discontinuations

Set up promotional offers and carry out testing to ensure promotions are configured correctly and operating as intended

Manage stock replenishment for designated categories through accurate and timely supplier ordering

Maintaining an accurate internal ordering system by analysing data and raising purchase and return orders to ensure effective inventory management and stock accuracy.

Process orders and invoices through the EDI framework, escalating discrepancies where required

Build and maintain strong working relationships with operational teams to ensure a high level of service is delivered

Monitor stockholding levels and product availability across outlets to support agreed stock and availability targets

Maintain product substitution processes and ensure all associated system updates are completed accurately

Investigate and resolve operational queries, including product and scanning-related issues

Liaise proactively with internal departments, suppliers and other stakeholders to support smooth operational delivery

Undertake additional administrative and operational tasks in support of the wider Buying and Commercial teams as required

Continuously identify opportunities for process improvements and raise queries where appropriate

Requirements of the role of Commercial Assistant:

Strong administrative skills with excellent organisational ability

Intermediate level Excel skills

High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate data records

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Strong planning and organisational skills

Demonstrates integrity and respect in all aspects of work

Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (Desirable)

Previous experience within a Buying administration, Stock ordering, procurement, stock allocation, or a purchasing assistance function would be advantageous

Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines

Please apply today with your CV for the role of Commercial Assistant.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

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