Retail Liaison Co-ordinator

Alexander Steele are delighted to be working in partnership for a large Fresh Produce business in the Manchester area who are keen to add a Retail Liaison Co-ordinator based within Head Office at CO-OP The role will pay up to £25,000 dependant of experience. As the Co-op Liaison Co-ordinator you will provide the link between Co-op head office and stores, ensuring merchandising in store meets with head office advice and to assist store staff to implement the required processes to maximise sales. A further link between Co-op head office and my client to help support the relationship between supplier and retailer. Some of your principle accountabilities will include: Provide liaison between Co-op Head office and the retail stores. Undertake and provide store training and guidance and assist with the store execution of the merchandising plan and to help with the understanding of Co-op best practices. Planning product ranges and preparing sales and stock plans in conjunction with buyers Contribute to maximising sales at store level by analysing sales and assessing ranging. This will include fixing stock in store that need support. Work closely with stores staff and Co-op buyers to recommend how products should be displayed to maximise customers' buying potential which will include planning and setting up promotions and advertising campaigns. Ideally you will be: Preferably educated to degree level. Sound IT skills and good working knowledge of Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook. Car driving licence holder with use of own vehicle. First class communication skills – able to be clear and concise across all levels. The skills and ability to train others. Understanding of in store merchandising procedures. Ability to analyse and interpret sales data. Have excellent accuracy and attention to detail skills. Display a personable but professional image. A good completer finisher. A proactive, can do, positive demeanour. Be trustworthy and reliable. If your are interested in applying for this vacancy then please contact Clarke Smith , either send a copy of your most recent CV to Clarke.Smith@Alexandersteele.com or call him directly on 0131 370 9191 or 07507 866353 to discuss the role, location and company profile in more detail. We look forward to hearing from you.