Category Manager

Category Manager – ROI

Contract: Fixed Term, 12 Months |
Location: Nottingham

• Lead our Personal Care and Seasonal categories, overseeing diverse ranges from toiletries to Christmas gifts.
• Deliver the annual budget and strategic plan, driving sales and profitability targets.
• Develop and execute category strategies informed by market insights, ensuring our offerings are competitive and compelling.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating commercial terms and driving joint business plans.
• Champion the customer experience, ensuring our propositions meet evolving needs.

• Proven experience as a Category Manager or in a similar retail trading role.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering sales growth.
• Excellent negotiation skills and experience in supplier management.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data interpretation and Excel.
• Ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Experience working cross‑market or in a matrix environment.
• Familiarity with the Irish and UK retail markets.

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 6% company contribution)
• Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme

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