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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
Recruitment Partner: Akash KariaLocation: NottinghamContract: Perm Who we are International Technology & Advanced Analytics (IT2A) is a multi-national function of Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) based in the UK, Europe, Asia, South America and the USA. We use emerging technology and robust data to transform our pharmacy and retail offerings, improve experiences for customers and patients and enhance our operational effectiveness. Partnering with some of the finest tech providers and utilising a cutting-edge tech stack, we support two of the UK's most trusted and established brands - Boots and No7. We're a team of specialists spanning security, hosting, architecture, software engineering, networks, project delivery and more. A proud equal opportunity employer, we passionately embrace team member diversity and provide a positive and inclusive working environment for all. About the role This is a full time position based in Nottingham, and is an opportunity to join the SAP Technical team of the SAP Centre of Expertise where the latest SAP technologies and ways of working are being leveraged, reporting into the SAP Extensibility Team Lead. You will be guiding and leading partner resources, delivering integration design and build for the SAP landscape. SAP technical knowledge and skills are required in the BTP integration technologies, as well as the traditional SAP on-premise solutions of Process Orchestration and Data Services.You will be responsible for: Designing integration solutions, utilising the most appropriate SAP integration technology, to achieve the requirements given.Building integration solutions, utilising the most appropriate SAP integration technology, to achieve the requirements given.Leading and governing partners to ensure they deliver SAP Integrations to our standards in a timely and consistent mannerEnsuring the SAP Integration standards are kept in line with security policies and industry standardsEnsuring integrations are designed and built to the security standardsEnsuring SAP Integration patterns are appropriately documented and circulatedBuilding effective relationships with the Boots Integration Centre of Expertise to ensure alignment in approaches and a collaboration What you'll need to have SAP Integration Skills Project Implementation experience in SAP Integration tools (SAP Integration Suite on BTP / Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) / SAP Process Orchestration / SAP Process Integration)Knowledge of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) and related Integration capabilities (Integration Suite, Event Mesh, Advanced Event Mesh, API Business Hub)Technical and architectural expertise in integrating SAP products with 3rd party applications (Enterprise Application Integration (EAI)) using different technologies ALE-IDocs, XML, HTTP, JDBC, File, SOAPAbility to write codes via APIs and should poses skills in configuration of Adapters (IDOC, JDBC, File (FCC), SOAP, and HTTP Adapter). Core Process Integration skills Experience in integration of SAP and non-SAP systems in A2A and B2B scenarios using XI/PI Interfacing scenarios in a System Oriented Architecture (SOA) XML to IDoc/BAPI, File to IDoc/BAPI, HTTP to IDoc/BAPI, ABAP Proxy to JDBC, Web services Solid understanding of Integration principles and patterns, technologies, and protocols (REST, ODATA, SOAP, XML, JSON, Message queues, Identity management, SAML, OAUTH)Knowledge of security features in integration (SFTP/HTTPS adapters, data encryption) Experience Good communication skillsBe able to coordinate and resolve queries concerning SAP IntegrationTeam member experience with good interpersonal skills and team player capability Must be able to complete task as per timelines and requirements3 or more years SAP Integration experience It would be great if you also have Experience of working with multi-cultural team working across different time zones Our benefits 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 WBA and may not be accurate. What's next If 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
Recruitment Partner: Akash KariaLocation: NottinghamContract: Perm Who we are International Technology & Advanced Analytics (IT2A) is a multi-national function of Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) based in the UK, Europe, Asia, South America and the USA. We use emerging technology and robust data to transform our pharmacy and retail offerings, improve experiences for customers and patients and enhance our operational effectiveness. Partnering with some of the finest tech providers and utilising a cutting-edge tech stack, we support two of the UK's most trusted and established brands - Boots and No7. We're a team of specialists spanning security, hosting, architecture, software engineering, networks, project delivery and more. A proud equal opportunity employer, we passionately embrace team member diversity and provide a positive and inclusive working environment for all.About the roleThis is a full time position based in Nottingham, and is an opportunity to join the SAP Technical team of the SAP Centre of Expertise where the latest SAP technologies and ways of working are being leveraged, reporting into the SAP Technology lead. There will be a team of technically skilled people reporting into you, so people management skills are also important. SAP technical knowledge and skills are required in the BTP technologies, especially in the areas of extensibility, integration, eventing, and automation. You will: Deliver an SAP Clean Core conceptEnsure the most appropriate SAP technology is selected for the extensibility requirement given, in line with the SAP Clean Core concept. Therefore, a knowledge of the different SAP development capabilities for extensibility is essential.Ensure the most appropriate SAP technology is selected for the integration requirement given. Therefore, a knowledge of the different SAP BTP capabilities for integration, including integration suite and event mesh, is essential.Ensure User Experience is delivered in the most appropriate manner, considering look and feel, and the most appropriate technology to meet the requirement.Ensure any AI or Machine Learning in SAP is delivered in the most appropriate manner for the requirements.Any code is written in line with standards and security policies.Liaise and develop relationships with the Integration and Automation Centres of Expertise to ensure alignment in approaches and consistency.Lead and give direction to your team; ensure they are supported and given the right skills to succeed. What you'll need to have Experience delivering an SAP Clean Core, and the technologies involved in delivering thisExperience of SAP BTP technologies in the areas of Extensibility, Integration, Automation, and User ExperienceExperience of managing and leading a teamAt least 5 years SAP development or integration experienceEffective communication and influencing skillsBe able to present difficult technical situations in a way that is understandable for non-technical people It would be great if you also have Experience managing a team working across different time zones Our benefits 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 WBA and may not be accurate. What's next If 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
Recruitment Partner: Akash KariaContract: PermLocation: NottinghamReporting into the Project Assurance Manager Who we are International Technology & Advanced Analytics (IT2A) is a multi-national function of Walgreens Boots Alliance based in the UK, Europe, Asia, South America and the USA. We leverage emerging technology and robust data to transform our pharmacy and retail offerings, improve experiences for customers and patients and enhance operational effectiveness for team members. Partnering with some of the finest tech providers and utilising a cutting-edge tech stack, we support two of the UK's most trusted and established brands - Boots and No7 in personalising their customer interactions. We're an innovative team of specialists spanning security, hosting, architecture, software engineering, networks, project delivery and more. A proud equal opportunity employer, we embrace team member diversity and provide a positive and inclusive working environment for all. About the role The IT2A Project Assurance Coordinator will support the Project Assurance Manager in ensuring the successful execution of IT projects within the organization. Reviewing reports and artefacts to aid the evaluation of project adherence to quality standards and policies, this role identifies non-compliance and project health issues and tracks actions to mitigate. Working closely with PMO and project delivery teams, you will play a key role in providing assurance to IT leadership and the business on the organisation's ability to manage projects effectively and efficiently. Responsibilties: Carry out project assurance activities, including the monitoring of project data and artefacts to evaluate quality and compliance with agreed standards. Support the Project Assurance Manager in the preparation and execution of project stagegate reviews, ensuring all information is available to decide whether the required thresholds have been met to move to the next phase. Produce regular status updates on the health of the IT2A portfolio, highlighting projects or areas of concern that require action to addressPrepare and track risk mitigation plans to address issues found, liaising with stakeholders to ensure completionHelp define project quality standards and metrics for project deliverables, working alongside PMO and delivery team to monitor these throughout the project lifecycleIdentify opportunities to improve project processes and controls in order to enhance project delivery quality and eficacyWork with stakeholders to address gaps in skills, processes and controls in order to improve the delivery of IT2A projectsPromote project quality best practices across the IT2A organisation What you'll need to have Experience in project coordination/management, IT assurance or related fieldUnderstanding of project management methodologies (e.g. Agile, Waterfall), tools and best practicesHigh degree of organizational skills, attention to detail and effective communication with project teams and stakeholders It would be great if you also have Experience in identification and mitigation of risk Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings PlanDiscretionary annual bonusGenerous employee discountEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave payFlexible 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. What's next If 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.
Recruitment Partner: Akash KariaContract: PermLocation: NottinghamWho we are International Technology & Advanced Analytics (IT2A) is a multi-national function of Walgreens Boots Alliance based in the UK, Europe, Asia and South. We leverage emerging technology and robust data to transform our pharmacy and retail offerings, improve experiences for customers and patients and enhance operational effectiveness for team members. Partnering with some of the finest tech providers and utilising a cutting-edge tech stack, we support two of the UK's most trusted and established brands - Boots and No7 in personalising their customer interactions. We're an innovative team of specialists spanning security, hosting, architecture, software engineering, networks, project delivery and more. A proud equal opportunity employer, we passionately embrace team member diversity and provide a positive and inclusive working environment for all.About the roleThe Solution Architect works collaboratively with colleagues from the Business, IT, and the wider Walgreens Boots Alliance group. Working directly for the Integration Lead Solution Architect, primary responsibilities include, 1. Responsible Overall Solution Design responsibility for assigned Integration projects. 2. Responsible - Delivery and adherence of solution design-related process, standardised patterns and documentation, and related artefacts. 3. Responsible Project-related design considerations and design decision proposals (Domain and Enterprise level).4. Responsible For assigned Integration projects, the coordination of delivery, and overall suitability of design artefacts supplied from collaboration areas, such as, Digital, Enterprise services, and Infrastructure Technology. 5. Consultation - For Product and Project Managers, regarding the design-related delivery considerations for assigned projects. Key Responsibilities Produce robust, high quality Solution Architecture deliverables at pace, whilst accommodating and recognising the wider architectural goals.Provide an open communication link in multiple directions across IT and business functions. Clear line of communication with the Project/Product Manager and engineering functions. o Clear line of communication with the wider architecture group. IT partners for Design collaboration, standards, and governance. Business Stakeholders to ensure goals are achieved and decisions are understood.Vertical with Lead Solution Architect for escalation and architectural alignment. Build & maintain a deep understanding of the Boots IT strategy, technology frameworks within IT, and overall Enterprise Architecture direction.Ensure design governance is met and within timeframes.Adhere to the Boots Architecture process.Oversee and review the Outline Designs, both high and low-level designs produced by other resources, partners and third parties.Ensure alignment of all solutions to relevant roadmaps and strategy. What you'll need to have Experience of leading Solution Architecture design within project delivery. Solution-driven mindset Ability to remove project-level blockers related to Design. Delivery-driven mindset Recognises and considers the implications of design on overall project cost and delivery timeframes. Preparation and representation of Design-related Considerations and Decisions Based on factual and documented evidence for rationale. Experience in Enterprise patterns, Digital technology stacks and Domain-driven Design. Expertise in crafting Architecture Assets, for both waterfall and agile projects.A broad and balanced understanding of IT capabilities, methods, and technologiesIn-depth experience of design and development of IT Solutions for integration services and frameworks. Understanding of Security frameworks and considerations such as PCI & GDPR for customer facing technologies.Experience with industry-leading integration technologies such as Kafka, Apigee, Software AG, ADF and Micro Services. It would be great if you also have Worked in a large enterprise organizationExperience with pharma retail solutions builds Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings PlanGenerous employee discount plus enhanced discounts for Boots brands, Boots Opticians and Boots HearingcareExcellent onsite facilities including staff shop, opticians (including free eye tests for team members), gym, cafeteria, and outdoor seating. 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).What's next? If 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.
Recruitment Partner: Akash Karia Location: NottinghamContract: PermWe are looking for someone to join the Digital Core Delivery team as a Solution Architect.Who we are International Technology & Advanced Analytics (IT2A) is a multi-national function of Walgreens Boots Alliance based in the UK, Europe, Asia, South America and the USA. We use emerging technology and data to transform our pharmacy and retail offerings, improve experiences for customers and patients and enhance operational effectiveness for team members. Partnering with some of the finest tech providers and utilising a cutting-edge tech stack, we support two of the UK's most trusted and established brands - Boots and No7 in personalising their customer interactions. We're a creative team of specialists spanning security, hosting, architecture, software engineering, networks, project delivery and more. A proud equal opportunity employer, we embrace team member diversity and provide a positive and inclusive working environment for all.About the roleThe Solution Architect works with colleagues from the Business, IT, and the wider Walgreens Boots Alliance group. Working directly for the Digital Lead Solution Architect, primary responsibilities include, 1. Overall Solution Design responsibility for assigned Digital projects. 2. Delivery and adherence of solution design-related process, standardised documentation, and related artefacts. 3. Project-related design considerations and design decision proposals (Domain and Enterprise level).4. For assigned Digital projects, the coordination of delivery, and overall suitability of design artefacts supplied from collaboration areas, such as, Integration, Enterprise services, and Infrastructure Technology. 5. Consultation - For Product and Project Managers, regarding the design-related delivery considerations for assigned Digital projects. Responsibilities Produce, high quality Solution Architecture deliverables at pace, whilst accommodating and recognising the wider architectural goals.Provide an open communication link in multiple directions. E.g., o Project Manager and Business Analyst.o Wider architecture group. o IT partners for Design collaboration, standards, and governance.o Business Stakeholders to ensure goals are achieved and decisions are understood.o Vertical with Lead Solution Architects for escalation and architectural alignment. Build an understanding of the Boots IT strategy, technology frameworks within IT, and overall Enterprise Architecture direction.Ensure design governance is met and within timeframes.Adhere to the Boots Architecture process.Oversee and review the Outline Designs, High-level Designs produced by other resources, partners and third parties.Ensure agreement of all solutions to relevant roadmaps and strategy. What you'll need to have Experience leading Solution Architecture design within project delivery. Solution Mindset Ability to remove project-level blockers related to Design. Delivery- Recognises and considers the implications of design on overall project cost and delivery timeframes. Preparation and representation of Design-related Considerations and Decisions Based on factual and documented evidence for rationale. Experience in Enterprise patterns, Digital technology stacks and Domain-driven Design. Expertise in crafting Architecture Assets, for both waterfall and agile projects.A broad and balanced understanding of IT capabilities, methods, and technologiesIn-depth experience of design of IT Solutions for Web services and frameworks. Understanding of Security frameworks and considerations such as PCI & GDPR for customer-facing technologies.Experience with industry-leading web technologies such as React, Azure Platform services, Adobe Content and Marketing technology. It would be great if you also have Worked in a large enterprise organizationExperience with pharma retail solutions builds Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings PlanGenerous employee discount plus enhanced discounts for Boots brands, Boots Opticians and Boots HearingcareExcellent onsite facilities including staff shop, opticians (including free eye tests for team members), gym, cafeteria, and outdoor seating. 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).What's next? If 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