Assistant Category Manager
3 weeks ago
Closing date: 28th August 2024
Recruitment Partner: Anastasia Walker
The Assistant Category Manager will oversee the day to day management for Boots UK Gift cards. You should be an excellent communicator and be able to identify new opportunities and efficiencies for the category. You should be driven to succeed and have excellent time management skills to keep up with this fast-paced category.
About the role
Responsible for the in-store, online, gift mall and multi-redemptions cards across boots, including all stock management and ordering processes to ensure stores have access to stock at all times. Build and maintain relationships with both external suppliers and internal teams. To be the expert within Boots on all gift card systems and processes which enables gift cards to work both instore and online. Day to day contact for any gift card queries from Stores, Retail ops, IT, loss prevention, finance and external partners. Work closely and manage relationships with large 3rd party partners to help deliver B2C, B2B and gift mall sales. Lead and deliver categories Gift Guide pages. Lead supply/allocation process for stores. Requesting and managing PO's to ensure suppliers get paid in a timely manner. Support Gift card Category Manager to deliver sales, strategy and new ideas within the category. We offer our Support Office team members a flexible, hybrid working approach based upon empowerment, accountability, care and trust which includes a balanced mix of remote and office-based working - this will be discussed with you as part of the application process.
What you'll need to have
Expert in process, planning and delivery. Experienced professional able to work under pressure to deliver sales/profit targets to budget. High-level communication at any level is important for the role as internal and external relationships are key to the role. Time management, prioritisation and ability to react quickly to situations. Confident in presenting and leading meetings. Knowledge of the Gift Card industry preferred but not essential. Networking and relationship skills. Experience in Category or client relationship roles. Management of Financial process. 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 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 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
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 allow you to be at your best.
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