Boots UK – Performance Media Tech & AI Specialist – Manchester or Nottingham, United Kingdom. Closing Date: 25th November. Contract: Permanent, Full‑time.
Overview
Boots UK Performance Media is an award‑winning in‑house team responsible for driving a large portion of online and offline growth for our Retail business through best‑in‑class online advertising strategy and activation. Recently in‑housed in 2024, we’re building one of the UK’s most successful, innovative brand‑side teams through bringing together industry‑leading talent with the very best tech & AI solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Work in close partnership with the Performance Media channel teams, drive the delivery of our Tech & AI roadmap by proactively identifying opportunities for advancement.
* Scope, define and drive Tech & AI programmes with our Tier 1 platform partners – Google, Meta, AWIN and Smartly – to pilot and embed cutting‑edge solutions.
* Co‑lead the centralised plan with the Tech & AI Manager, bringing together channel teams, partners, ad‑tech and agencies to leverage the best of our ecosystem to enable medium‑to‑long‑term growth.
* Plan and execute the rollout of new technology and tools to ensure robust adoption in day‑to‑day operations across the team.
* Track and evidence the impact of new technology and AI integrations on performance, efficiency and channel maturity.
* Stay close to emerging tools, innovations and platform capabilities – feeding new ideas into the roadmap.
* Support and nurture our Performance Media Tech & AI Exec, leading by example and adding to our culture of growth and curiosity.
What you’ll need to have
* Curious, proactive and always looking for ways to push boundaries through innovation.
* Solid understanding of digital marketing channels – ideally across two of: Paid Search, Paid Social, Affiliates or Display.
* 5+ years of experience in digital media, with a passion for technology and how this can drive growth.
* Practical experience hands‑on with some Digital or Performance Media tools – e.g. Google Ads, SA360, AWIN, Meta Ads, TikTok Ads, Smartly.
* Effective collaborator who enjoys working across internal teams and external partners to bring ideas to life, whilst reducing complexity.
* Bonus if you’ve experimented with AI tools or used automation to streamline your own work.
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.
* Boots Retirement Savings Plan
* Discretionary annual bonus
* 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
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.
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