AddressSummary
Job Reference:
225730BR
Nottingham Support Office
Fixed Term
37.5 hours per week
Our application process
Contract: Fixed Term/Secondment
Closing date: 15th March 2024
Recruitment Partner: David Hancock - david.p.hancock@boots.co.uk
About the role:
Reporting to the senior commercial manager You will have the opportunity work with a mixed portfolio of suppliers from some of the biggest FMCG global suppliers, smaller entrepreneurial brands, and with our own brand team.Develop joint business plans and build relationships across the supplier base will be essential for you to deliver your KPI’s. Alongside this you will lead a team whilst developing and delivering operational plans to hit performance targets, managing your P&L for the category and pulling on levers such as product, merchandising, pricing and promotions.
You will also lead the delivery of our 3 year strategic initiatives, enabling and driving growth for our business with key focusses on value, NPD and growing market share.
- Deliver the product area plans through analysis of market trends, customers, competitors and internal financial performance to feed into the category decisions
- Accountable for process compliance and accuracy of process across key commercial processes (e.g. Finance, Merchandising, Supply and Marketing)
- Support team negotiations with suppliers and agree JBPs to secure the best deals and outcomes for sustainable business growth
- Deliver the category strategy and performance each month.
- Negotiate with suppliers on new products and annual plans
- Working with product development and technical teams, merchandising, supply chain, finance, marketing and store teams
- Have a passion for the industry, working with suppliers, developing brands and products
- Lead and inspire a team through a competitive trading market.
- Manage one assistant buyer and one buying assistant
- Knowledge and ability to secure and launch new content in store
- Provide direction on annual plan and people management /development in supporting the team in achieving business objectives.
- Pursue opportunities with passion with a right first-time mentality.
- Passion for product development
- Accurate budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
- Gather and Analyse data
- Numeracy Skills
- Commercial acumen with entrepreneurial spirit.
- Ability to challenge where required to deliver results.
- Ability to work cross functionally and with suppliers to deliver results.
- Holds self and others to account.
- Reactive to an ever changing market.
- Negotiation skills.
- Previous experience Buying Manager level or equivalent.
It would be great if you also have:
- Some knowledge of the strategic procurement life cycle and procurement best practices
Our benefits:
- Boots Retirement Savings Plan
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Generous employee discounts
- Flexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying and much more.
Why Boots
We're always looking for people who care; people who go the extra mile to change things for the better. You'll join 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.
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.
