Propositions Manager, Co-operative Group

Propositions Manager Up to £60,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 5)Location: Manchester/Scunthorpe (hybrid working – typically two to three days per week spent across our Manchester and Scunthorpe offices or out visiting customers, with at least one day each week based in Scunthorpe)

Co-op Wholesale is growing, and were looking for people who want to shape what comes next. As a Propositions Manager in our brand-new Propositions team, youll bring our trade, range, pricing, and promotional plans to life for our partners. Well look to you to lead the delivery of customer and commercial strategies, using market insights to inform decisions.

This is a varied and hands-on type of role, ideal for someone who enjoys getting involved in everything from store ‘look and feel to marketing, trade, and pricing. If you have a background in trading or commercial, and thrive on using data to create customer-first propositions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Why this role matters

Were building something big at Co-op Wholesale. With a refreshed structure and exciting plans ahead, were creating new opportunities to strengthen our proposition for our independent retailers, key accounts, and a growing corporate client base. This role is key to how we go out to the B2B market. It brings together insights, strategy, and fresh thinking to deliver market-leading, customer-first propositions that help take our partners to the next level.

This is your chance to bring new ideas to life and make a real impact across Co-op Wholesale. Be part of it.

What youll do

Create targeted propositions based on deep customer and channel insight Shape pricing and ranging plans that meet the needs of our wholesale partners Work closely with teams across trading, supply chain, marketing, finance, and digital to build the best possible solutions Use data and market insights to guide decisions, optimise pack formats, and deliver promotional innovation that boosts customer experience and performance Lead the development and delivery of customer trade plans, making sure promotional activity supports our strategy

What youll bring

Experience developing and delivering targeted propositions for independent retailers and/or strategic corporate wholesale partners A track record of shaping long-term, customer-first strategies A good understanding of trading, supply chain, and marketing, and how these tie-in to propositional strategies Confidence using market insight and data to inform decisions Good communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build great working relationships

Why Co-op?

At Co-op, were owned by our members. And because were owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, youre not just taking a job, youre joining a movement. Were an organisation that puts people and communities first, and were powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so youll also receive:

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 youll belong

Were 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, well make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. Were also proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme - if youre disabled and you meet the minimum criteria for this job, well guarantee you an interview.

Learn more about our recruitment process at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process

Explore our commitments to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-wellbeing

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.