Express Trade Planning Lead at Ada

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

RetailIndustries

Requirements

Analytical and data driven, skilled in using data to make informed decisions and spot process improvement
Strong communicator with great personal skills to work with people at all levels
Thrives in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to manage change and drive results
Agile and an effective decision maker, willing to move, fail and learn fast
Use market data & competitor analysis to build on our trade plan year on year
Organised and able to manage multiple different critical path milestones
Connect with our stores & ensure all activity is clearly communicated in a language they can speak
Be obsessed about our purpose and our customers

Responsibilities

Work with the trade planning manager to deliver effective promotions that land right first time in store
Lead on comms & POS to ensure strong execution
Through analysis & insight develop a promotional strategy in Express for the Channel Managers to deliver against
Bring to life competitor activity & be the champion for the Express format
Work cross functionally with the Commercial teams to translate and deliver the brief set from the strategic trade plan
Ensure all aspects of the critical path is adhered to – escalating where needed to the C10
Focusing on delivering strong sales, conversion and a great customer experience through promotional analysis
Own the post launch review across promotions and Events, leading the competitor review, promo analysis & autopsies. Through this analysis create category roles
Working cross functionally to deliver execution – through comms, late changes & right first time POS
A conduit between the customer team and the commercial team to bring alignment on the plan
Increase productivity in the business unit through consistent processes review & improvement
Spend time in stores, listening to colleagues and customers, providing feedback and actions into central teams & key stakeholders
Translate the trade plan into clear comms for stores to ensure strong execution

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Trade PlanningPromotional StrategyData AnalysisCompetitor AnalysisCross-Functional CollaborationCritical Path ManagementPost-Launch ReviewProcess ImprovementStakeholder CommunicationStore ExecutionCustomer ExperienceCommercial Planning

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Express Trade Planning Lead role?

The position offers a competitive salary plus benefits.

Is this role remote or does it require office presence?

Asda has a hybrid way of working with a minimum of 3 days a week in one of our Home Offices, and the role is based at Asda House with potential additional requirements for office, supplier, store, or depot visits.

What key skills are required for this position?

Candidates need to be analytical and data driven, skilled in using data for decisions and spotting improvements; strong communicators with great interpersonal skills; able to thrive in fast-paced environments, manage multiple milestones, and use market and competitor analysis.

What benefits are offered with this role?

Benefits include a discretionary company bonus, company pension up to 7% matched, 15% colleague discount in store and online, and free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, and health and dental cash plans.

What makes a strong candidate for this Trade Planning Lead role?

Strong candidates are agile decision-makers who thrive in fast-paced settings, connect effectively with stores using clear communication, and are obsessed about the company's purpose and customers while driving results through analysis and cross-functional collaboration.

Ada

Automates customer service with AI chatbots

About Ada

Ada provides automated customer experience solutions through AI-powered chatbots that help businesses streamline customer service tasks. The platform operates on a subscription model, allowing companies to automate repetitive tasks and improve customer satisfaction while reducing costs. Ada differentiates itself by offering a comprehensive suite of services, including consulting and managed services, backed by strong venture capital support. The company's goal is to transform customer service management by enhancing efficiency and engagement through automation.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$185.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

201-500Employees

Risks

Emerging AI chatbot startups pose a threat to Ada's market share.

Rapid AI advancements require continuous updates, straining Ada's resources.

Data privacy regulations could increase compliance costs for Ada.

Differentiation

Ada specializes in AI-driven chatbots for automated customer experience solutions.

The company offers a subscription-based model ensuring steady revenue and client engagement.

Ada provides consulting, development, and managed services to enhance customer support operations.

Upsides

Ada raised $130M in Series C funding, boosting its growth potential.

Partnerships with platforms like Zendesk enhance Ada's integration capabilities.

Growing demand for AI solutions supports Ada's market expansion and client acquisition.

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