Product Marketing Apprentice

QA Apprenticeships

  • Huddersfield
  • £16,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Employer description:Join a fast-growing UK eCommerce leader! Buy It Direct is a leading UK-based eCommerce retailer with a global outlook. We're offering exciting opportunities to join one of our dynamic teams – either in our lifestyle division or in our industry-leading Appliances Direct team.Whether you're passionate about shaping modern living through stylish interiors or driving innovation in home appliances, you'll be part of a team that doesn't just follow trends – we set them. We're looking for ambitious, forward-thinking individuals who are ready to push boundaries and help create something exceptional.Overview:We are looking for a skilled Product Marketing Apprentice to join our Product Set-Up Team. As part of our team, you will be responsible for taking the lead in the creation and listing of multiple products and categories across the business units, sourcing product information from various areas importing new product codes into our system, and completing the various merchandising steps needed to list products across our websites and marketplace channels.We're looking for someone who has an eye for detail, experience in a similar role and the ability to work fast and effectively to meet deadlines. You will have a 'right first time' approach and understand the impacts of poor data quality, as well as the ability to communicate well with both internal and external stakeholders.Responsibilities:
  • Create, import and update product data (including new product codes, product titles, attributes, images and copy) within our system.
  • Basic image editing, background removal and resizing to meet channel requirements.
  • Demonstrate copy writing skills and utilise AI tools to create custom product descriptions.
  • Accurately follow category set-up guides to ensure products are set up right first time.
  • Manage relationships with the internal team, manufacturers and suppliers to retrieve additional content or marketing materials when required.
  • Communicate updates and flag potential issues with key stakeholders internally and externally.
Desirable skills:
  • Proven experience in a on-line digital/marketing role.
  • Knowledge of furniture or bathroom products.
  • A self-starter, capable of working autonomously to get the job done.
  • An eye for detail with a right first-time approach.
  • Ability to closely follow instructions.
  • Ability to work against and meet deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills and a great team player.
  • Effective time management and organisation skills.
  • Ability to work well with others.
  • Competent computer / technology skills with access to Microsoft Teams.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and data tables, with management of data uploads.
Entry requirements:
  • 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) in any subject
  • GCSE Maths and English (or equivalents) at grades 3+ (D or above)
  • Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship in a similar subject
You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications.For more information please visit the UK ENIC website.Working hours:37.5 hours per week.Benefits
  • Laptop.
  • Free parking.
  • 28 days holiday.
  • Free tea and coffee.
  • Smart casual dress code.
Future prospects:The chance of permanent position at the end of the apprenticeship. 90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.About QA:Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed.Interested? Apply now!

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