Category Manager - Direct to Store £41,000 to £48,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 6A) 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 talented people who want to help shape what comes next. As a Category Manager in our Trading team, you'll manage the pricing, terms, and promotions for our direct-to-store (DTS) category - a fast paced, hands on area of our business that gets products into stores more quickly. Working closely with our buying teams and DTS suppliers, you'll shape a market leading product range that bypasses our central warehouses, reduces handling, and helps our wholesale partners respond faster to demand. 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 that, we need product ranges that stand out, and reflect the biggest market trends and opportunities. 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 Manage our DTS product category and drive performance across channels Work with our Senior Category Manager to plan and deliver effective range, pricing, and promotional strategies Monitor DTS category performance and make sure we're hitting our targets Use data and market insights to identify trends, risks, and opportunities Collaborate with colleagues across supply chain, finance, and operations Build strong supplier relationships to deliver value for them and for Co op Wholesale What you'll bring Experience working as a Category Manager A track record of shaping and delivering effective trading strategies Great sales, negotiation, and supplier management skills Strong communication and collaboration skills The ability to turn data and insights into actions that drive performance 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 and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work. We're proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll support you. Learn more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process and our inclusion commitments at jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Category Manager - Direct to Store £41,000 to £48,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 6A) 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 talented people who want to help shape what comes next. As a Category Manager in our Trading team, you'll manage the pricing, terms, and promotions for our direct-to-store (DTS) category - a fast paced, hands on area of our business that gets products into stores more quickly. Working closely with our buying teams and DTS suppliers, you'll shape a market leading product range that bypasses our central warehouses, reduces handling, and helps our wholesale partners respond faster to demand. 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 that, we need product ranges that stand out, and reflect the biggest market trends and opportunities. 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 Manage our DTS product category and drive performance across channels Work with our Senior Category Manager to plan and deliver effective range, pricing, and promotional strategies Monitor DTS category performance and make sure we're hitting our targets Use data and market insights to identify trends, risks, and opportunities Collaborate with colleagues across supply chain, finance, and operations Build strong supplier relationships to deliver value for them and for Co op Wholesale What you'll bring Experience working as a Category Manager A track record of shaping and delivering effective trading strategies Great sales, negotiation, and supplier management skills Strong communication and collaboration skills The ability to turn data and insights into actions that drive performance 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 and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work. We're proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll support you. Learn more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process and our inclusion commitments at jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion
A leading insurance provider in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of Trading Operations to oversee trading processes and ensure compliance with governance standards. The role involves managing teams to maintain operational accuracy and drive commercial value. Candidates should have substantial experience in trading operations and governance frameworks. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits including a company car, private healthcare, and opportunities for personal development in a hybrid working environment.
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
A leading insurance provider in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of Trading Operations to oversee trading processes and ensure compliance with governance standards. The role involves managing teams to maintain operational accuracy and drive commercial value. Candidates should have substantial experience in trading operations and governance frameworks. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits including a company car, private healthcare, and opportunities for personal development in a hybrid working environment.
Partner Support Adviser - Co-op Wholesale £24,570 pro rata plus great benefits (Work level 6C) Part time 22.5 hours per week, working Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Scunthorpe - We're now working in a hybrid way, with colleagues dividing their time between home and coming into the office twice a week once the probation period has passed. During your training period you'll be required to be in the office full time. You can find out more about our hybrid working policy at jobs.coop.co.uk/hybrid-working-policy Co-op Wholesale is growing, and we're looking for people who want to help shape what comes next. As a Partner Support Adviser, you'll provide essential daily support to our partners, making sure that customer and consumer queries and complaints are logged and investigated promptly. You'll be the first point of contact on the phone and by email, handling delivery, order and product queries with a friendly and proactive approach. If you're ready to make a real impact and provide great support to our Wholesale partners, we'd love to hear from you! 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. This role is key to keeping our partners' operations running smoothly, as you'll be the first person they turn to for quick, helpful support and great customer service. 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 Be the first point of contact for partner queries over the phone and by email, delivering excellent customer service Log, investigate and resolve delivery, order and product related queries within agreed timeframes Build positive working relationships with partners, colleagues and other teams you'll connect with regularly Work closely with our DHL partners and other parts of the business to get queries and issues resolved in a timely manner Support the team with day to day tasks and training to maintain high working standards Take care of reception and admin tasks, making sure everything is completed accurately and on time What you'll bring Good communication skills and customer service (telephone and email) The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment and tight deadlines Great organisational skills and attention to detail IT literacy skills and knowledge 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 and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work. We're proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll support you. Learn more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process and our inclusion commitments at jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion Please note that we may close applications for this role early. 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.
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Partner Support Adviser - Co-op Wholesale £24,570 pro rata plus great benefits (Work level 6C) Part time 22.5 hours per week, working Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Scunthorpe - We're now working in a hybrid way, with colleagues dividing their time between home and coming into the office twice a week once the probation period has passed. During your training period you'll be required to be in the office full time. You can find out more about our hybrid working policy at jobs.coop.co.uk/hybrid-working-policy Co-op Wholesale is growing, and we're looking for people who want to help shape what comes next. As a Partner Support Adviser, you'll provide essential daily support to our partners, making sure that customer and consumer queries and complaints are logged and investigated promptly. You'll be the first point of contact on the phone and by email, handling delivery, order and product queries with a friendly and proactive approach. If you're ready to make a real impact and provide great support to our Wholesale partners, we'd love to hear from you! 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. This role is key to keeping our partners' operations running smoothly, as you'll be the first person they turn to for quick, helpful support and great customer service. 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 Be the first point of contact for partner queries over the phone and by email, delivering excellent customer service Log, investigate and resolve delivery, order and product related queries within agreed timeframes Build positive working relationships with partners, colleagues and other teams you'll connect with regularly Work closely with our DHL partners and other parts of the business to get queries and issues resolved in a timely manner Support the team with day to day tasks and training to maintain high working standards Take care of reception and admin tasks, making sure everything is completed accurately and on time What you'll bring Good communication skills and customer service (telephone and email) The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment and tight deadlines Great organisational skills and attention to detail IT literacy skills and knowledge 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 and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work. We're proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll support you. Learn more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process and our inclusion commitments at jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion Please note that we may close applications for this role early. 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.
Head of Trading Operations Up to £90,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 4) Location: Manchester/Scunthorpe (hybrid working - typically three days per week spent at our Scunthorpe office, with at least one day every two weeks in Manchester) Co-op Wholesale is growing, and we're looking for people who want to lead what comes next. As our Head of Trading Operations, you'll lead the teams and processes that keep our Trading operations running smoothly and responsibly. You'll make sure we've got strong governance, clear controls, and the right ways of working in place so we can maintain accuracy, mitigate risks, and drive commercial value. In this role, you'll act as a key collaborator across multiple teams, giving everyone the structure, support, and confidence they need to deliver for our wholesale partners. From pricing and promotions to deal setup, reconciliation, reporting, and compliance, you'll be at the centre of how we trade - making sure everything we do is efficient, consistent, and commercially sound. 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 that, we need strong foundations based on clear governance and reliable processes. This is where you come in. This is your chance to bring new ideas to life and make a real impact. Be part of it. What you'll do Own and develop our governance framework, including delegations, approvals, and lifecycle controls Make sure all trading activity meets internal policies, legal requirements, and regulatory standards Oversee end-to-end operational delivery of pricing, agreements, and promotional activity Lead and develop teams to deliver accurate setup, strong controls, and consistently high standards Strengthen our promotional planning processes so offers are set up in the right way and delivered as planned Oversee commercial administration, including income governance, pricing governance, and master data assurance Identify and manage risks, using insight and lessons learned to drive improvements Line manage our Trading Support Manager and guide their development What you'll bring Experience as a Head of Trading Operations Experience in governance, compliance, or control frameworks A strong understanding of trading or complex commercial operations Knowledge of financial controls, settlements, pricing governance, and commercial reporting Strong problem-solving and analytical 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: A company car Private healthcare 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 Explore our commitments to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing at 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.
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Head of Trading Operations Up to £90,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 4) Location: Manchester/Scunthorpe (hybrid working - typically three days per week spent at our Scunthorpe office, with at least one day every two weeks in Manchester) Co-op Wholesale is growing, and we're looking for people who want to lead what comes next. As our Head of Trading Operations, you'll lead the teams and processes that keep our Trading operations running smoothly and responsibly. You'll make sure we've got strong governance, clear controls, and the right ways of working in place so we can maintain accuracy, mitigate risks, and drive commercial value. In this role, you'll act as a key collaborator across multiple teams, giving everyone the structure, support, and confidence they need to deliver for our wholesale partners. From pricing and promotions to deal setup, reconciliation, reporting, and compliance, you'll be at the centre of how we trade - making sure everything we do is efficient, consistent, and commercially sound. 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 that, we need strong foundations based on clear governance and reliable processes. This is where you come in. This is your chance to bring new ideas to life and make a real impact. Be part of it. What you'll do Own and develop our governance framework, including delegations, approvals, and lifecycle controls Make sure all trading activity meets internal policies, legal requirements, and regulatory standards Oversee end-to-end operational delivery of pricing, agreements, and promotional activity Lead and develop teams to deliver accurate setup, strong controls, and consistently high standards Strengthen our promotional planning processes so offers are set up in the right way and delivered as planned Oversee commercial administration, including income governance, pricing governance, and master data assurance Identify and manage risks, using insight and lessons learned to drive improvements Line manage our Trading Support Manager and guide their development What you'll bring Experience as a Head of Trading Operations Experience in governance, compliance, or control frameworks A strong understanding of trading or complex commercial operations Knowledge of financial controls, settlements, pricing governance, and commercial reporting Strong problem-solving and analytical 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: A company car Private healthcare 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 Explore our commitments to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing at 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.
A major retail cooperative in Scunthorpe is hiring a Partner Support Adviser. This part-time role requires excellent customer service skills as you support partners with queries over the phone and email. You'll log and resolve product-related issues while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Unique benefits include an annual bonus, holiday allowances, and discounts on Co-op products. Be a part of a thriving community-focused organization committed to inclusivity and development.
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
A major retail cooperative in Scunthorpe is hiring a Partner Support Adviser. This part-time role requires excellent customer service skills as you support partners with queries over the phone and email. You'll log and resolve product-related issues while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Unique benefits include an annual bonus, holiday allowances, and discounts on Co-op products. Be a part of a thriving community-focused organization committed to inclusivity and development.