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Assistant Category ManagerContract: PermClosing date: 5th July Recruitment Partner: David Hancock - Welcome to the Boots ROI Consumer and General merchandise team an exciting team at the heart of the Boots Ireland trading function. As customers are changing, so are we! We're focusing on really understanding our customers' needs through insights, which support us to deliver the most comprehensive Health and Beauty offering in the Irish market, under one roof.The Asst. Category Manager role is a fast faced, dynamic role working cross functionally and with world renowned brands. Reporting to the C&GM Category Manager for Ireland, you will work with the wider Boots and Irish Trading team to deliver the priorities. About the role Support the Category Manager in delivery of the annual budget. Support the Category Manager in the negotiation of "the best" terms/ JBP's with Irish supplier base. Manage salesplan for the Category and customer journey specific to promotions. Store support by way of exceptional communication and problem solving. Analyse sales performance and report accurately to support definition of ranges/ space in store BRI. Build relationships with your UK Trading counterparts to support in cascade of UK led plan. Seek out opportunities locally in Ireland and landing NPD ahead of the Irish market. Occasional travel per quarter to Ireland and trade shows within Europe. What you'll need to have Previous experience working as a category assistant or junior/ asst. buying manager within a trading function. Organisation - You will manage multiple big brands across Baby, Nutrition and Photo Experience using MS Excel You will work cross functionally and support stores where accuracy is key and with a "right first time" mentality. It would be great if you also have Previous experience working within a retailer. Experienced to social media trends and active Irish influencers. Experience presenting to multiple team members both internally and externally Outgoing - this is a people centric role. Passionate about all working for Boots. Focused on career development within the trading function. Our benefits Pension membership (PRSA) Partial paid maternity leave Discretionary annual bonus Generous employee discounts Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, health insurance, dental insurance, life assurance and much more.We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at ireland. 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, it's 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.
Are you a Store Manager, Operations Manager, Trading Manager, Deputy Manager or Assistant Manager looking for your next step? Are you a dynamic leader ready to take your retail career to the next level? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a track record of driving exceptional store standards and sales growth? Well, look no further... We're looking for a Store Manager to join our store team in Cardigan, West Wales! About the Role Leading your management team & colleagues in store, you'll run your store like it's your own business - overseeing all aspects of your store's operations from stock to recruitment. You'll have the freedom to think for yourself, using your commercial knowledge to maximise sales potential in your store. We don't have office managers at B&M - our store managers are out there on the floor, getting stuck in and playing a key part in the successful operation of your store! Whether it's processing deliveries, assisting customers, supporting with floor moves or managing compliance, you'll be a hands-on leader! You'll work closely with your team of colleagues, supervisors & managers, driving them to achieve their best. And you'll coach and inspire them to reach their full potential... they could be a manager of the future with your guidance! Why B&M? At B&M, we're not just any retailer. We're one of the fastest-growing in the UK, with over 720 stores and an exciting plan for new openings in 2024. Joining us means being a part of an extraordinary journey. But it's not just our rapid expansion that sets us apart; it's our unwavering commitment to our people. Our growth is huge and is showing no signs of slowing down... and you could play a key part in it! Your Progression Looking to progress in your role? We love allowing our people to grow, and the sky's the limit for our store managers at B&M. We remain committed to developing our team and providing opportunities to everyone at all levels. In fact, over 75% of our retail managers are home grown, so your career development comes as standard! Our commitment to internal succession is something we're extremely proud of. There is a dedicated step-up programme for those of you looking for your next step - whether that be progression upwards to a regional role, or a sideways move across to another area of the business. If you're looking to progress, we want you to get there! What We Offer: Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary with a rewarding annual bonus potential Clear Career Path: We offer job stability and a clear path for career progression. At B&M, your growth matters Training and Development: Benefit from extensive on-the-job training and internal development opportunities. Store Discounts: Take advantage of a 10% store discount across all our stores (including Heron), with regular double discount events Annual Leave: Receive up to 33 days of annual leave Pension Plan: Participate in our contributable pension scheme. Exclusive Benefits: Access exclusive colleague benefits, including discounts for retailers, hospitality, and more Wellbeing Support: Our Employee Assistant Programme provides wellbeing support & guidance to all B&M colleagues To Be Successful, You Will: Be an Engaging Leader: Lead your store with passion, setting the pace, and showcasing excellent customer service & commerciality Embrace Pace: You'll have experience of working within a fast-paced environment, and dealing with high volumes of stock/product Achieve Excellence: Drive sales growth, maintain outstanding store standards, and consistently exceed KPIs within your store Develop a Winning Team: You'll love developing your team - working with them to identify and nurture talent & train them to achieve success! Welcome Challenges: Be hands-on and resilient - no 2 days are the same and being flexible and reactive is key Love Retail: Demonstrate a true passion for retail, bringing your commercial knowledge to your team & store Drive Compliance: Consistently drive compliance within your store, whether it be through stocktakes, health & safety or people processes What You'll Need: Store Management experience within a fast-paced and high turnover Retail environment Experience of managing & developing medium to large sized teams A history of successfully working towards & achieving KPI's Flexibility to work a range of hours, including weekends & bank holidays Experience within an FMCG/big box environment is desirable, but not essential. If you feel you've got the people, organisational and commercial skills to successfully run your own B&M store, we'd love to hear from you! Do you think this sounds like the ideal role for you? And are you ready to excel your career? Our roles fill up fast & don't stick around for long, so don't miss out! Apply today and become part of the B&M success story... B&M Retail are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.