Are you ready to make a difference Join Boots as aCustomer & Category Manageron Premium Beauty based 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. As part of our Beauty Business Unit you will lead a dynamic team and collaborate with various departments to create a compelling and customer-focused beauty experience. 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 beauty offering in the UK market under one roof. What youll be doing: In this fast-paced role you will lead a team in delivering our annual budget and negotiate joint business plans with our UK brand partners. Youll work closely cross functionally with a number of Boots UK teams to ensure we meet our business priorities including supply finance & merchandising. Your responsibilities will include:
Own and deliver the commercial plan for the Premium Beauty category analysing sales performance to enable reactivity where required.
Lead coach and develop a team of between 4-6 direct reports.
Develop and execute a clear customer-led beauty trading strategy to ensure operational excellence providing exceptional communication and problem-solving support to our stores.
Collaborate with ISM Finance Supply Chain and Merchandising to execute an integrated category plan.
Build and manage strong supplier partnerships to develop exclusive and differentiated joint business plans.
Analysing sales performance within the market to define new product & brand opportunities to unlock further category growth and share.
Managing and driving the overall category PL alongside the rest of the Premium Beauty leadership team.
What youll need to have (our must-haves):
Previous experience working within a buying or category team.
Ideally would have line management experience.
Strong organisational skills to manage multiple big brands across the Premium Beauty category.
Exceptional communication skills ensuring accuracy and a right first time mentality.
It would be great if you also have a passion for beauty and a focus on career development within the trading function.
Where your brilliance can take you At Boots we are committed to your growth and development. You will have the opportunity to learn something new every day and shape your career path within our supportive environment. Rewards designed for you
Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)
Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
Access to free 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health our Employee Assistance Programme.
A bit about us At Boots were proud to be an equal opportunity employer creating a place where everyone feels welcome supported and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included they thrive so were committed to creating a brilliant Boots for our people so they can make a difference for our customers and colleagues every time.
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. Where a role is advertised as full-time we are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.
We hope to hear from you soon. Be brilliant with Boots.
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Customer & Category Manager Premium Beauty Contract: 12 Mths Secondment Location: NottinghamRecruitment Partner: Anastasia WalkerAre you ready to make a difference Join Boots as aCustomer & Category Manageron Premium Beauty based inNottingham Beeston. Here at Boots were committed to building a bril...
Are you ready to make a difference Join Boots as aCustomer & Category Manageron Premium Beauty based 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. As part of our Beauty Business Unit you will lead a dynamic team and collaborate with various departments to create a compelling and customer-focused beauty experience. 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 beauty offering in the UK market under one roof. What youll be doing: In this fast-paced role you will lead a team in delivering our annual budget and negotiate joint business plans with our UK brand partners. Youll work closely cross functionally with a number of Boots UK teams to ensure we meet our business priorities including supply finance & merchandising. Your responsibilities will include:
Own and deliver the commercial plan for the Premium Beauty category analysing sales performance to enable reactivity where required.
Lead coach and develop a team of between 4-6 direct reports.
Develop and execute a clear customer-led beauty trading strategy to ensure operational excellence providing exceptional communication and problem-solving support to our stores.
Collaborate with ISM Finance Supply Chain and Merchandising to execute an integrated category plan.
Build and manage strong supplier partnerships to develop exclusive and differentiated joint business plans.
Analysing sales performance within the market to define new product & brand opportunities to unlock further category growth and share.
Managing and driving the overall category PL alongside the rest of the Premium Beauty leadership team.
What youll need to have (our must-haves):
Previous experience working within a buying or category team.
Ideally would have line management experience.
Strong organisational skills to manage multiple big brands across the Premium Beauty category.
Exceptional communication skills ensuring accuracy and a right first time mentality.
It would be great if you also have a passion for beauty and a focus on career development within the trading function.
Where your brilliance can take you At Boots we are committed to your growth and development. You will have the opportunity to learn something new every day and shape your career path within our supportive environment. Rewards designed for you
Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)
Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
Access to free 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health our Employee Assistance Programme.
A bit about us At Boots were proud to be an equal opportunity employer creating a place where everyone feels welcome supported and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included they thrive so were committed to creating a brilliant Boots for our people so they can make a difference for our customers and colleagues every time.
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. Where a role is advertised as full-time we are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.
We hope to hear from you soon. Be brilliant with Boots.
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