Assistant Category Manager - Roi

BOOTS; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking an Assistant Manager/Buyer to join their team in London. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage product selection, pricing, and supplier relationships while supporting the Category Manager. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of relevant experience and strong analytical and communication skills, with a focus on driving sales and profitability.

Benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous employee discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Flexible benefits scheme

Access to free counselling and support

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a category management or merchandising role.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyse data and identify trends.

Responsibilities

• Support the Category Manager in product selection and pricing.
• Assist in developing promotional strategies to drive sales.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Tools

Data Analysis Software

Job description

Contract: Permanent

Location: Nottingham

Closing date: 2nd June

Recruitment Partner: Anastasia Walker

About the role

This is a great opportunity for a Buying professional operating at Assistant Manager/Buyer level with 2+ years experience to join the Boots ROI team.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is looking to stretch themselves with massive opportunity to manage stakeholders at more senior levels and take on high levels of responsibility when ready for managing key areas of work. You will report into the Category Manager who manages the Personal Care & Seasonal categories.

You will be supporting the Category Manager by assisting in various areas of product selection, pricing, and merchandising. This includes helping with product research, analysing sales data, and developing promotional strategies to drive sales and maximise profitability. You will also play a role in managing the supplier relationship and ensuring a smooth stock management.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Selection and Pricing:

Support the Category Manager in selecting appropriate products for the category, considering factors like pricing, profit margins, and customer demand.

Promotional Strategies:

Assist in developing and implementing promotional campaigns to drive sales, including in-store promotions and online marketing.

Skills and Qualifications:

Merchandising:

Assist in developing effective merchandising plans for products in the category, including shelf placement and promotional displays.

Supplier Management:

Support the Category Manager in managing relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery and negotiation of favourable terms.

Reporting and Analysis:

Generate reports and analyse data to track performance against targets, identify areas for improvement, and support decision-making.

Research and Analysis:

Assist in identifying new products, understanding market trends, and analysing sales data to inform category strategy.

What you'll need to have

Communication Skills - Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders, including suppliers, store staff, and senior management.

Problem-Solving Skills: - Ability to identify and resolve problems related to product availability, pricing, and merchandising.

Computer Skills - Proficiency in using software programs for data analysis, reporting, and communication.

Retail Experience - Experience in a retail environment, particularly in a category management or merchandising role, is desirable.

Analytical Skills:

Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and draw conclusions to support decision-making.

Our benefits

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Generous employee discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
• Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more.
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.

We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Exclusions may apply, eligible roles only. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.

Why Boots

At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, with you, we change for the better.

What's next

Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.

Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.