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Assistant Buying Manager
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Job Reference: 2 2 9 1 1 5 B R
Permanent
37.5 Hours
ROI Assistant Buying Manager
Contract - Permanent
Closing date: 12th May
Recruitment Partner: David Hancock - david.p.hancock@boots.co.uk
About the role
Welcome to the Boots ROI Beauty 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 Beauty offering in the Irish market, under one roof.
The Asst. Buying Manager role is a fast faced, dynamic role working cross functionally and with world renowned Beauty brands. Reporting to the Beauty Buying Manager for Ireland, you will work with the wider Beauty and Irish Trading team to deliver the priorities.
• Support the Buying Manager in delivery of the Beauty Category annual budget.
• Support the Buying Manager in the negotiation of “the best” terms/ JBP’s with Irish supplier base.
• Manage salesplan for the Beauty 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 Beauty 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 premuim, fragrance and No7
• 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 Beauty/ Toiletries led function.
• 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 things Beauty.
• Focused on career development within the trading function.
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 boots.jobs/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 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.
Contract - Permanent
Closing date: 12th May
Recruitment Partner: David Hancock - david.p.hancock@boots.co.uk
About the role
Welcome to the Boots ROI Beauty 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 Beauty offering in the Irish market, under one roof.
The Asst. Buying Manager role is a fast faced, dynamic role working cross functionally and with world renowned Beauty brands. Reporting to the Beauty Buying Manager for Ireland, you will work with the wider Beauty and Irish Trading team to deliver the priorities.
• Support the Buying Manager in delivery of the Beauty Category annual budget.
• Support the Buying Manager in the negotiation of “the best” terms/ JBP’s with Irish supplier base.
• Manage salesplan for the Beauty 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 Beauty 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 premuim, fragrance and No7
• 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 Beauty/ Toiletries led function.
• 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 things Beauty.
• Focused on career development within the trading function.
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 boots.jobs/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 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.
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