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Assistant Buying ManagerClosing date: 11th July 2024Permanent & Fixed Term Opportunities availableRecruitment Partner - David Hancock - [email protected] the role Here at Boots, we're always on the lookout for great talent! We have exciting opportunities across a variety of Categories within our Support Office teams based in Nottingham.Our Assistant Buying Managers work at pace, building excellent relationships. You'll be able to demonstrate great team management skills and deliver the best opportunities for Boots. You'll implement the commercial strategy across your categories and deliver the best possible results against this ambition.Aspects of the role include: Financial management including budgeting and forecasting and end to end profit and lossCreating and implementing annual plans centred around traditional levers of pricing, promotion, and new product developmentOwnership of supplier relationsGrowing Sales profit and market share, ensuring a true omnichannel experience Responsibility for category strategy What you'll need to have Influencing and problem-solving skills and the ability to build a broad and diverse networkNegotiation experienceFinancial acumen and awarenessCommercially focussed approachExcellent prioritisation and organisational skillsAbility to interpret data and generate insights to inform decisions Use initiative to create and seek out solutions.Work as part of a team and build cross functional relationships. It would be great if you also have Previous experience in a commercial trading or buying roleRetail Experience Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings PlanEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave payDiscretionary annual bonusGenerous employee discountsFlexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying and much more. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that go beyond salary and offer flexibility to suit you; click here to view our full list of company benefits (all rewards and benefits are subject to change and eligibility). Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate. Why Boots We're always looking for people who care; people who go the extra mile to change things for the better. You'll be joining a company that is evolving and always looking to improve. 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 can change for the better. To find out more about life and careers at Boots, click here 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
Portfolio AssistantClosing date: 5th June 2024Recruitment Partner: Emily Smith-KennyAs the Portfolio Assistant, you will be responsible for the provision of high quality portfolio data, governance of key meetings, and will be the central point for portfolio administration activities across the entire team who develop and deliver new Boots & Exclusive branded products.About the roleReporting to the Portfolio Manager for Retail Owned Brands & Exclusive Brands, you will be part of the Portfolio team within the Technical Services function in Boots, working on a wide portfolio of beauty and personal care products in line with our 3 year plans.You will work cross functionally with a variety of stakeholders to ensure our projects are delivered on time, governed appropriately, and inspire others with your passion for being on the pulse with accurate management of information and attention to detail. Some of the tasks and responsibilities include: Data management & reporting Coordination of key governance/steering meetings Coordination, collation and distribution of project and product information Administration support IT system support and management Managing stakeholdersWhat you'll need to have Keen to get involved and bring new ideas Excellent verbal and written communication skills Great at building relationships - you will be working with many stakeholders at one time Great numerical and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail & data accuracy Strong administrative, organisational and time management capabilitiesIt would be great if you also have Experience of using all Microsoft Office applications, especially Teams, SharePoint, Power Bi, Excel , as well as bespoke systemsOur benefits Discretionary annual bonus Generous employee discounts Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and more.We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at rewards. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.Why BootsAt 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 nextIf your application is successful, our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion you will be notified by email.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.#LI-Onsite
Closing Date: 22nd MayLocation: Nottingham, Full-TimeContract: PermanentRecruitment Partner: Frankie McCallister-LyasAbout the role:You will provide proactive, efficient administration and organisational support to the Boots UK Chief Marketing Officer and one of their direct SLT.Through the use of exceptional planning and prioritisation, the role will effectively and efficiently support IUR leaders to deliver their business priorities. The role is fundamental as it creates the space and time for our leaders to focus on our people and deliver for the business.Key Responsibilities: Complex diary management and meeting organisation, ensuring meetings are arranged according to business priorities, adapting calendars to accommodate urgent and last-minute requests To be the first point of contact on behalf of the executive member for stakeholders across the business Be prepared to deal with sensitive information and maintain the highest levels of confidentiality, including potential non-disclosure programmes Provide general admin support e.g. meeting, travel and accommodation arrangements delivering the most cost effective and efficient solution, maintaining effective electronic personnel filing to support business processes such as Performance, People and Payroll and system changes such as onboarding and leavers, salary changes, annual leave tracking Work as a team with other EAs/PAs to ensure cover for holidays and absence, including an expectation to cover the EAs to SVPs Provide support to produce documents and presentations for key meetings as and when required To respond to queries from other parts of the business and external organisations, liaising with colleagues at all levels Contribute to the efficient and effective running of the Senior Leadership Team on behalf of the ExecutiveWhat you'll need to have: Extensive experience as an EA or PA within a large corporate business First class organisational and diary management skills, with a love for structure High levels of flexibility and adaptability Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings PlanDiscretionary annual bonusGenerous employee discountsEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a childFlexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and 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 rewards. 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 nextIf your application is successful, our in-house recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you'll be notified by email.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.#LI-Onsite
No7 Assistant Trading ManagerContract: PermClosing date: 29th MayRecruitment Partner: David Hancock - [email protected] we are No7 Beauty Company is made up of five iconic brands - No7, Liz Earle, Soap & Glory, Botanics and Sleek MakeUP. We believe in creating the best in beauty for everyone - we're innovators with a passion for challenging perceptions with ground-breaking products, proven results and positive impact. We have built a reputation on scientific innovation, whilst being environmentally sustainable and socially responsible. We are an equal opportunity employer, empowering our team members to be their authentic selves as we share a culture where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do. About the role The Assistant Trading Manager we're looking for is commercial and creative, with the ability to develop plans that exceed our customers' expectations and our financial targets and work with a cross functional team to deliver them excellently and enjoyably. The Assistant Trading Manager role is far broader than the typical buying role, working with more teams and working across a variety of projects. Maximise sales, profit and market share by building plans following the strategy and leading the execution of them across pricing, promotion, range, merchandising and marketing, ensuring all plans are tailored for the No7 customer Be known as the go to commercial contact for No7, owning daily, weekly and monthly trading plans, and how No7 shows up within Boots cross category activity Take responsibility for commercial processes, including sales and cost budgeting, forecasting and ongoing performance analysis and action planning Work cross functionally with a broad range of teams in Boots and No7 Beauty Company including Supply, Merchandising, Category Management, Finance, Brand, Marketing and Product teams to develop and deliver the very best plan possible for No7, always focussing on building strong, productive and enjoyable relationships across teams What you'll need to have Excellent commercial trading/ buying experience necessary, with knowledge of account management also helpful due to the breadth of internal and external teams you will interact with Honed commercial experience, with a clear understanding of factors that influence sales, profit and share and the ability and appetite to build plans that drive these metrics In-depth understanding of trading levers, confident in analysing data to derive insights and independently develop recommendations to drive performance Second to none ability to build relationships and work productively with a wide range of internal and external teams, confident in engaging, influencing and delivering results together Enthusiastic and excited to seek out opportunities, power through problems and deliver the very best experience for our customers and your colleagues It would be great if you also have Enthusiasm to seek out opportunities, power through problems and deliver the very best experience for our customers and your colleagues Our benefits Retirement Savings Plan Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay Discretionary annual bonus Generous discount on our own brands and partner businesses Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more.We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - go to working-here to find out more. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by No7 Beauty Company and may not be accurate. 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.If you'd like to get in touch to discuss this role, please feel free to e-mail me:
Closing date - Monday 3rd June 2024 The Digital Services Team are responsible for leading a wide range of operational & business processes across our UK and ROI digital platforms, ensuring that they operate effectively, deliver value and always enhance the customer experience. We have a new opportunity to join our team and learn skills across our two main teams; Digital Product Setup and Digital Promotions & Events. This is an exciting chance to join our Digital first team and learn how our products, promotions, new brands and big events are operationally planned, set up, tested and implemented online. About the opportunity: Chance to become an expert in our Digital systems which launches and maintains our products and promotions online. Depending on wider team requirements, you may have opportunity & be asked to support the wider Digital team on ad hoc projects so may not be fixed to one teamBe one of the first to learn ways of working in both areas and help shape the development plan for future team membersAccurately document, track, set up, test and publish promotions or products required to the appropriate timings & standards, having completed self & colleague checks to ensure this. This is an extensive part of the role so suited to someone who thrives on this type of task. Tasks could range from testing and signing off promotions due to go live on site, ensuring they work as briefed, that there are no technical nuances and work commercially correct especially when on multiple deals, through to liaising with our suppliers to obtain the correct copy, product attributes & imagery then accurately implementing this on site, optimised to show to the customer and colleagues in the best possible & clear way. Products will then need optimising post launch using data to drive the right points of intervention to improve customer engagement & visibility. You will need to ensure that the relevant requesters, trackers & managers are updated accurately and reported, to effectively communicate when tasks are completed or share detailed progress with the relevant teams. About you: Able to build relationships quickly within the Digital Services team and externally with all the key teams who we support and are a team player, finishing the day as one team rather than an individual.Have an inquiring mind, be curious on the why' to understand cause/effect of processes, be pragmatic and take ownership for their work.Grow knowledge quickly, open with their competence & development, learn from mistakes and apply training. Be confident in reaching out to peers for any support required and able to adhere to documented standard operating procedures according to whichever team you are supporting.Can deal with conflicting priorities especially with working across multiple teams and ensure relevant tasks are completed to time and accuracy expectation. Able to switch between activities effectively keeping logical track of where you are and able to pivot to something else when required. This role suits a highly organised individual who can use experience & guidance from their line manager to prioritise value adding tasks & support customer. Able to challenge colleagues and briefing teams to ensure the set deadline is met or effectively escalated to uphold customer experience and commercial agreements. Must be confident in using the Microsoft suite, specifically excel, and have the skill to manipulate data to spot errors or get to an answer efficiently, calling out any accurate data-based insights where appropriate and taking action on them to improve customer experience or ways of working. Optimisation led, with SEO experience and experience of being a champion for customer is preferable but will be taughtFlexible to meet the testing and sign off timings required before peak traffic times / days online as highlighted below The role will be part of a shift-based team who support flexible business requirements and growth of the business, this may include weekends, bank holidays and seasonal periods. With our website available for customers 24 hours a day, working times will vary at short notice and require some early mornings from 5am if required to ensure everything is accurate and signed off ahead of customer peak shopping periods. Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings PlanEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave payDiscretionary annual bonusGenerous employee discountsFlexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying and much more. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that go beyond salary and offer flexibility to suit you; click here to view our full list of company benefits (all rewards and benefits are subject to change and eligibility). Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate. Why Boots We're always looking for people who care; people who go the extra mile to change things for the better. You'll be joining a company that is evolving and always looking to improve. 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 can change for the better. To find out more about life and careers at Boots, click here. What's next We are always open to discussing possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you, including job share and reduced hours. 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.This role requires the successful candidate to complete a Pre-employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable groups) or an Access NI Check. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.
Closing Date: 3rd JuneLocation: NottinghamContract: Permanent, Full-TimeRecruitment Partner: Frankie McCallister-LyasOverview As Assistant Brand Manager for Sleek, you'll be a key part of our UK Marketing team, and the brand, social and content lead.Reporting to the Brand Manager, you'll be accountable for ensuring that we deliver a best-in-class launch where our brand shows up at its best in the market, creating seamless activation across retailers and the UK market, both online and offline.Working with our cross functional teams and retailers to ensure that they understand our brands, to deliver improved brand health and awareness, against our UK targets.Key responsibilities: Building strong social and content activation plans that are integrated with the wider brand plans. Support in the development of local market annual plans and organic social plans, including campaign planning, retailer execution, always on marketing and brand support to deliver brand and customer targets. Set the social strategy for the brand across a multi-platform approach - growing current platforms and launching new platforms that are right for our brand and customers Lead the local production of content requirements for the UK market always seeking out new formats, trends and production to enhance our content delivery Localise global creative and content to allow for market relevant creative and messaging Identify and deliver local market insights to inform all plans, develop and continuously learn Work with our local media agencies to deliver new product launches, brand campaigns and always on strategy Support in working within our matrix organisation to deliver fully aligned and powerful activation plans building great relationships internally and externally Work with our retail partners to integrate all campaigns and brand priorities to show up seamlessly across the market. Partners with PR to support integration of local activity across assigned brand projects Working in partnership with our customer centre to ensure all feedback is heard, actioned and responded too in accordance to the brand guidelines Local measurement and evaluation of all activity across paid media, loyalty and organic social. Budget and agency managementWhat you'll need to have: Strong communication skills and ability to work in a highly matrixed organization Excellent relationship management across network of brands, teams, stakeholders (internal and external), and agency partners Tenacious and resilient Proven ability to develop thorough understanding of customer and consumer behaviour and trends Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to influence and lead multiple senior stakeholders Proven experience within retail and marketing. Commercial Acumen, to ensure an understanding of retail partners' businesses Passion for creative content and understanding of social trends Who we areNo7 Beauty Company is made up of five iconic brands - No7, Liz Earle, Soap & Glory, Botanics and Sleek MakeUP. We believe in creating the best in beauty for everyone - we're innovators with a passion for challenging perceptions with ground-breaking products, proven results and positive impact. We have built a reputation on scientific innovation, whilst being environmentally sustainable and socially responsible. We are an equal opportunity employer, empowering our team members to be their authentic selves as we share a culture where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do.Our benefits Retirement Savings PlanEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave payDiscretionary annual bonusGenerous discount on our own brands and partner businessesFlexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - go to working-here to find out more. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by No7 Beauty Company and may not be accurate. What's next If your application is successful, our in-house recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you'll be notified by email.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.#LI-Onsite
Closing Date: 4th April 2024Location: NottinghamContract: 12 month secondment/contractRecruitment Partner: Frankie McCallister-Lyas About the role: Welcome to the No7 team the driving force behind No7 Beauty Company's growth plans.Sitting within the Global product team, you'll be responsible for delivering the NPD plan for the Skincare team! There has never been such an exciting time to join the team - you'll be responsible for delivering cutting-edge scientific skincare products to market.We are looking for a hands-on, innovative Assistant Product Manager with a passion for scientific skincare to join our fantastic Product Development team. You will be a crucial part of the Global No7 Product team - supporting the Global Product Manager to deliver NPD projects over the 3Y Pipeline. This role requires someone who can effectively manage all aspects of the product life cycle with confidence and ease, delivering innovation, creating compelling & consumer led propositions which drive revenue & profit for the business and our customers. Contributing and creating skincare NPD both present and future, with a focus on science, in line with brand positioning and ethos. Support end-to-end NPD development of the our pipeline, managing and leading high paced projects from Ideation to Brief to Conceptualisation, Delivery and Launch. Ability to interpret and translate cutting-edge science and consumer centric insights into exciting product concepts and benefit territories. Work alongside agency partners from brief & evaluation: packaging, CAD, Illustrators etc. Ability to translate macro trends into micro product detail these include packaging, formulation, fragrance, taste & design elements. Managing senior stakeholders to excite and align to key projects at critical approval points. Work with cross-functional teams to deliver NPD Projects including Brand, R&D, Packaging, Formulation and Commercial. Highly enthusiastic, with a keen interest and passion for skincare.What you'll need to have: Proven experience as an Assistant Product/NPD Manager within Beauty. Skincare is desirable. Immeasurable passion and knowledge of industry trends, skincare influencers and passionate about consumer behaviour. Highly creative with the confidence to present new and innovative blue sky thinking for the brand. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.It would be great if you also have: Flexibility to travel- between offices and globallyWho we are:No7 Beauty Company is made up of five iconic brands - No7, Liz Earle, Soap & Glory, Botanics and Sleek MakeUP. We believe in creating the best in beauty for everyone - we're innovators with a passion for challenging perceptions with ground-breaking products, proven results and positive impact. We have built a reputation on scientific innovation, whilst being environmentally sustainable and socially responsible. We are an equal opportunity employer, empowering our team members to be their authentic selves as we share a culture where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do. Our benefits Retirement Savings PlanEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave payDiscretionary annual bonusGenerous discount on our own brands and partner businessesFlexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - go to working-here to find out more. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by No7 Beauty Company and may not be accurate.What's nextIf your application is successful, our in-house recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you'll be notified by email.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.