To assist with all purchase orders and invoices associated with Showroom transformation projects in line with programmed dates and individual store requirements. The role will require travel to attend on site for Meetings and support work progress throughout each project, working under the guidance and direction of the transformation team.

What you’ll be doing:

Ensuring proposed showroom designs and plans have all the correct products against our central priority listings

Significant ownership of Product order placement including arrangement of agreed delivery dates. Ongoing improvement of this process.

Coordination of contractors, suppliers and one off projects 

Ordering of remedial delivery request for on site deliveries to support works on site ● Collation and order of supplier samples and product stands

Central relationship liaison with equipment manufacturer 

Coding up of product invoices within the Net Suite system 

Any other general administrative duties that are deemed required and reasonable

Demands of the role

Data entry and internal PC system(s) use inc excel 

Assist moving to a new solution for all our showroom asset data (asset tagging)

Able to work to deadlines and programme dates 

Methodical and highly organised to track orders and process product requests through to delivery, and drive ongoing improvements.

Good communication skills required as multiple contacts to liaise with 

Time/task management essential as multiple tasks will be ongoing 

Ability to work away from home circa.1-2 day/nights a week. Can be up to 4 at peak activity.

Able to follow instructions and challenge when unsure of requirements

What we’re looking for:

The ideal candidate will have A levels or equivalent as a minimum. You’ll also be able to demonstrate:

Data entry/system use 

Systematic thinking 

Time/task management and able to complete deadlines

Task and process driven 

Good levels of PC literacy 

Good communication skills - verbal and non-verbal 

Excellent attention to detail and organisation skills 

Ability to work effectively as part of a team or as an individual 

Google, spreadsheets Excel, e-mail 

What can we offer you?

You’ll be supported with fantastic learning and development and have the opportunity to grow and develop your career with us. We also have an early careers network to support you if you’re in your first few years of your career. 

We’ll also equip you with a benefits package that includes: 

Competitive bonus

Save-as-you-earn scheme

Private Medical and Life Assurance

Enhanced contributory pension scheme 

Colleague discount 

Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership, cycle to work scheme

Our widely recognised wellbeing strategy is something we’re proud of at Wickes. As part of this, we offer a range of health and wellbeing benefits and support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, financial education & loans, and access to parental, menopause and fertility support. 

By giving you the support you need to do well at work, and the flexibility to make life work for you. We are giving you a career that doesn’t put your life on hold. Where you can be yourself, do your best work, and make a positive difference every day.

About Us: 

Wickes is a multi-channel retailer operating in the home improvement market.  With 50 years in industry, Wickes now generates revenue in excess of £1.6bn across 230 stores delivered by 8,000+ colleagues.  But it is our culture that is considered our best kept secret; it’s a collaborative, down to earth, fun and inclusive environment where people feel part of a winning team. All our colleagues come from different backgrounds, but what we all have in common is a determination to succeed and a passion for being the best we can be. If that sounds like you, we’ll make you feel right at home.