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Assistant category manager

Nottingham (Nottinghamshire)
Boots
Assistant category manager
€42,500 a year
Posted: 18h ago
Offer description

Contract: 12 Mths FTC/Secondment

Location: Nottingham


About The Role

You will join the Brand Buying team and play a key part in driving the success of our health & beauty brands. You will help decide which products reach our in‑store shelves and support the global consumer and retail brand strategies through data analysis and sourcing recommendations.


Key Responsibilities

* Work closely with the Category Manager to develop, source and deliver consumer brands.
* Analyse market data, identify customer favourites and recommend sourcing options that support financial targets.
* Build strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiate terms and seek global sources for raw materials to reduce costs.
* Identify new opportunities and ensure Boots remains distinct in a fast‑paced market.
* Collaborate with the Brand Buying team to keep the customer at the centre of every decision.


Qualifications

* Experience in sourcing, buying, supplier management or negotiations, preferably within FMCG or a related sector.
* Strong commercial awareness and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
* Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally.


Benefits

* Boots Retirement Savings Plan
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Generous employee discounts
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift cards for new parents
* Flexible benefits scheme – additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, etc.
* 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, Employee Assistance Programme


About Us

At Boots, we are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, supported and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included, they thrive.

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