Graduate marketing assistant jobs in United Kingdom

We are an international trading company dealing with luxury fragrances and cosmetics. We are looking for a self motivated, university graduate to undertake a range of responsibilities in supporting the sales and marketing teams and respective Directors. Full job description Director Support / Assistant Are you an experienced and highly competent Assistant seeking a unique and fulfilling role? We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant to support our Directors in sales and marketing. This exciting opportunity involves a blend of executive assistance responsibilities. Role Summary: As a Support / Assistant to the Directors you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our Director’s professional roles. This role requires a highly organised, reliable, and adaptable individual who thrives in a dynamic environment. Your responsibilities will include a wide range of administrative tasks. Key Responsibilities: Executive Support: - Organise and manage the Director's busy schedule, including appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements. - Efficiently handle email correspondence, phone calls, and other administrative tasks. - Assist with project coordination, research, and documentation as required. - Liaise with the administration team and other employees to ensure smooth operations. Efficiently manage and prioritise the Director's schedule, appointments, and meetings. Assist with business-related tasks, including communication with employees and the administration team. Occasionally work remotely while also being available at the Director's home address Miscellaneous Responsibilities: - Flexible and adaptable, able to manage many tasks. - Facilitate remote and in-person communication between the Director and team members. - Maintain confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information. Qualifications and Skills: - Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, showcasing excellent organisational, communication, and multitasking abilities. - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team and interact professionally with colleagues and clients. - Valid UK driving license preferred. - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, CRM, Power Point and other relevant software. What We Offer: - A dynamic and supportive work environment to enhance career growth. - Room for growth and professional development. If you are a motivated individual with a track record of excellence, we invite you to join our team and become an integral part of our mission. To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and how you can contribute to this unique role. Our specialist is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Person Specification: - Essential Qualifications and Skills: - Proven experience as a Personal Assistant with references. - Exceptional organisational and time-management skills. - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. - Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks efficiently. - A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. - Personal Attributes: - Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and tasks. - A problem-solver with a can-do attitude, who can work independently and as part of a team. Benefits: - Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. - Opportunities for professional development and training. - Being part of a supportive and inclusive team, making a difference in the lives of neurodiverse individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from all individuals, including those with neurodiverse conditions. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an inclusive workplace. Job Types: Full-time

Job description At Croucs we are a leading provider of plants & products in the UK, offering over 5,000 plant varieties, surpassing the typical garden centre’s selection of around 400. - Our Inspiration section provides monthly care tips, ready-made borders, perfect plant combinations, and guidance on garden-style selection. Our culture focuses on building connections through team bonding activities." We provide exceptional staff benefits, generous staff discounts, onsite parking and more. At our company, we strive to create a supportive, rewarding work environment where our people feel valued. Main Purpose of the job: To ensure 100% product availability across the plant portfolio. To minimise plant stock holding and coordinate with in-house propagation to maximise the sale of homegrown products and minimise waste within Propagation. Responsibilities Include: - To achieve all KPI targets - Demand planning - to review plant stock and sales forecasts, reserves and contracts and place orders with our suppliers to ensure product availability. - To ensure products are purchased at the best prices when multiple supplier options are available - To ensure homegrown products (propagation) are the first choice supplier in all circumstances. - To minimise saleable product waste within the propagation department - To performance manage our suppliers service delivery – for clarity this is an operational function, not a price/quality function - To provide plant operational analysis (sales, stock cover, margin, availability, out of stock etc) for the buyers and the business. - Performance reporting on all plant stock matters - To work with the goods in team to resolve supplier delivery issues relating to shortages or delivery note issues - To identify overstocked items to facilitate a focussed marketing activity to address the situation. - To manage our reserved and contract-grown stock ensuring that we both satisfy our obligations without overstocking. - To work with functional management to ensure storage capacity and stock holding are aligned. - To work with the functional teams to ensure stock availability is aligned with any marketing activity - Assist in the resolution of any supplier invoice query relating to stock - Monitor and mitigate any supply chain issues - Any other reasonable duties/requests as required Key results/objectives: - Delivery of performance KPIs - Stock availability - Stock cover days - Stock holding value (COGS) - Maintain excellent supplier relationships Key experience, Knowledge and skills - Preferably of Graduate calibre or equivalent, however, this should not deter candidates who can demonstrate ability and a willingness to succeed. - Highly motivated, and a self-starter. - Holistic knowledge of the procurement function and previous experience with stock & and purchase systems - Excellent Excel skills - High level of interpersonal skills - High level of detail consciousness - Good understanding of the Microsoft Office suite of programs. - Ability to work under pressure in a volatile and time-sensitive environment - Work experience in a procurement role, preferably in the horticulture industry - Strong knowledge of the procurement process and supply chain management principles, including experience in managing supplier relationships - Proven experience and expertise in plant knowledge and the horticulture industry - Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to work collaboratively - Experience with ERP systems and other procurement software - Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and thrive in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment