Assistant Buying Manager Consumables & General Merchandise
Nottingham - UK
Job Summary
Contract: Permanent
Location: Nottingham Beeston
Recruitment Partner: Kershia Broughton
Are you ready to make a difference Join Boots as anAssistant Category Managerbased inNottingham Beeston. Here at Boots were committed to building a brilliant environment for our people empowering you to deliver exceptional care confidence and connection to our customers and colleagues every day.
Welcome to the Boots ROI team an exciting team at the heart of the Boots Ireland trading function. As customers are changing so are we! Were focusing on really understanding our customers needs through insights and trends which support us to deliver the most comprehensive baby electrical beauty photo and nutrition offering in the Irish market under one roof.
What youll be doing:
In this fast-paced role you will support the Category Manager in delivering our annual budget and negotiating Joint Business Plans with our Irish supplier base. Youll work closely with both the Irish and UK Trading teams to ensure we meet our business priorities.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the sales plan for the category and enhancing the customer journey through promotions.
- Support the Category Manager in delivery of the annual budget and negotiation of JBPs with the Irish supplier base.
- Providing exceptional communication and problem-solving support to our stores.
- Analysing sales performance to define product ranges and space in-store.
- Building strong relationships with UK counterparts to cascade UK-led plans.
- Identifying local opportunities in Ireland and launching new products ahead of the market.
- Delivering and leading reporting calls weekly and monthly to a variety of stakeholders across the UK and Ireland.
To thrive in this role you should possess:
- Previous experience as a category assistant or in a junior buying/category manager role within a trading function.
- Strong organisational skills to manage multiple big brands across various subcategories.
- Proficiency in MS Excel with the ability to extract and manipulate raw data and analyse performance and commercial data effectively.
- Exceptional communication skills ensuring accuracy and a right first time mentality.
- Experience in supplier funding to maximise commercial opportunities.
- Strong presentation skills and ability to delve into reporting requirements.
- Occasional travel to Ireland.
- Experience in a Healthcare Baby Toiletries or Beauty-led function.
- Awareness of social media trends.
- A passion for beauty and a focus on career development within the trading function.
Where your brilliance can take you:
At Boots we believe in your potential. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for career development within our trading function. Youll be supported by a team that values your contributions and encourages your growth.
Rewards designed for you
- Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 6% company contribution)
- Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
A bit about us:
At Boots were proud to be an equal opportunity employer creating a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. We believe that when our people feel valued and included they can truly make a difference.
Whats next
If you apply our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. We are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support during the application and interview process we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.
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