Media Centre Manager

Media Centre Manager Base pay range: £60,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 5) Location: Manchester/Scunthorpe (hybrid working – typically two to three days per week spent across our Manchester and Scunthorpe offices, with at least one day each week based in Scunthorpe) Co‑op Wholesale is growing, and we’re looking for people who want to shape what comes next. As a Media Centre Manager in our brand‑new Customer Experience team, you’ll lead the development of our media strategy, ensuring supplier advertising spend is used in the most effective way across print, events, and digital channels. You’ll lead a talented team of colleagues and together ensure every campaign delivers real value for Wholesale and our diverse partners. Why this role matters We’re building something big at Co‑op Wholesale. With a refreshed structure and exciting plans ahead, we’re creating new opportunities to strengthen our proposition for independent retailers, key accounts, and a growing corporate client base. To do this, you’ll lead the way in making sure supplier‑funded advertising is smart, strategic, and impactful. This is your chance to bring new ideas to life and make a real impact across Co‑op Wholesale. Be part of it. What you’ll do Create and deliver a joined‑up media strategy across all customer channels Manage supplier‑funded advertising budgets and negotiate spend Lead a team to plan, buy, and place media in the right spaces Track performance and share insights with partners and suppliers Work closely with internal teams to support wider campaign goals Ensure all media activity meets our brand standards and media buying practices What you’ll bring A strong background in media planning/buying or media agency management Commercial acumen, with experience managing supplier‑funded budgets Experience navigating and managing change Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to manage successful partner relationships A data‑driven approach to campaign analysis and optimisation Why Co‑op? At Co‑op, we’re owned by our members. When you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, and we’ll support you with: 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 Training and support for your development and career progression A place you’ll belong We’re building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone, and our support centre is an inclusive environment where all our colleagues can thrive. If you have a disability, we’ll make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. We’re also proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme – if you’re disabled and you meet the minimum criteria for this job, we’ll guarantee you an interview. Learn more about our recruitment process at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process Explore our commitments to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-wellbeing 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. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Advertising Industries Media and Telecommunications #J-18808-Ljbffr