Trading Assistant - Food

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Job Title Trading Assistant - Food Location Asda House Employment Type Full time Contract Type Permanent Hours Per Week 37.5 Salary Competitive salary plus benefits. Category Buying Closing Date 10 November 2026 As a Trading Assistant at Asda, you will support one of the fastest-moving categories in grocery. You will provide vital support to the Trading team, ensuring products are set up for customers to buy, promotional activity is delivered accurately, funding and commercial plans are executed effectively. You will play a key role in managing day-to-day category administration, supplier communications, systems maintenance, and reporting, helping the team respond quickly to changing customer and market demands. This is a fast-paced role requiring exceptional organisation, attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Key Responsibilities Commercial & Trading Support Support Traders with day-to-day category management Maintain accurate product files, supplier and retail pricing, internal category systems Support delivery of the P&L through accurate and timely processing of funding Assist in the preparation and execution of promotions, events and product launches Support range reviews and new product development processes. Supplier Management Build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers. Coordinate

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