Media Executive

Media Executive

£35,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 6B)

Scunthorpe/Manchester (hybrid working – you’ll spend two to three days a week working from the office, with at least one day based in Scunthorpe)

Co-op Wholesale is growing, and we’re looking for talented people who want to shape what comes next. As a Media Executive in our Customer Experience team, you’ll manage and co-ordinate the delivery of media content and communications across both internal and external platforms. From partner campaigns to channel management, you’ll make sure everything we deliver is consistent, engaging, and boosts the reputation of our wholesale brand.

Why this role matters

Exciting things are happening at Co-op Wholesale. We’re growing fast, strengthening our offer for retailers, key accounts, and corporate partners, and we need great people to be part of our journey.

To make this offer the best it can be, and to achieve shared success for both us and our partners, we need clear, engaging, and well-executed media across every channel available to us. That’s where you come in.

What you’ll do

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of supplier advertising campaigns across digital, print, and in-store channels, making sure everything is accurate, on time, and on brand
• Act as a key point of contact for partners, building strong, trusted relationships and securing promotional buy-in
• Co-ordinate creative assets and campaign schedules with internal teams to make sure our media activity supports wider campaign and business objectives
• Make sure all media content meets Co-op brand standards, tone of voice, and inclusive messaging guidelines
• Track performance and share insights to help improve channels, processes, and campaign effectiveness

What you’ll bring

We’re committed to making our roles as accessible as possible, so we only ask for the minimum criteria. To thrive here, you’ll need to bring:

• Experience in media sales or other sales role
• Strong administration, organisation, and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple campaigns at once
• Confidence working with partners and across multiple teams, building positive working relationships
• Great attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality work
• A commercial mindset and interest in how promotional activity drives value for customers and partners

Why Co-op?

At Co-op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We’re an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we’re powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you’ll also receive:

• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
• A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• 30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands
• Stream – early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
• 24/7 colleague support service
• Training and support for your development and career progression
• Cycle-to-work scheme

A place you’ll belong

We’re building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.

We’re proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll support you.

Learn more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process and our inclusion commitments at jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes up to 50 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.