Merchandising Lead - Optimisation in Nottingham

Merchandising Lead - Optimisation in Nottingham

Nottingham Full-Time 40000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Boots UK

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead merchandising initiatives to enhance in-store experiences and drive performance.
  • Company: Join a dynamic team at a leading retail company focused on innovation.
  • Benefits: Enjoy generous discounts, retirement savings, and 24/7 support for your well-being.
  • Other info: Be part of an inclusive workplace that values every voice.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by optimising store performance and collaborating with diverse teams.
  • Qualifications: Strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.

In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with our Retail team and Franchise partners to ensure we meet the ever‑evolving needs of our customers. Reporting to the Trading Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead initiatives that directly impact our in-store experience.

Responsibilities

  • Combining data with insights from our Retail teams and Franchise partners to identify stores with performance opportunities.
  • Defining key merchandising actions to capitalise on opportunities to drive performance.
  • Monitoring and reviewing results following interventions and course‑correcting where required.
  • Evolving the process and approach to store categorisation, ensuring the correct balance between structure and agility.
  • Responding to requests from Retail leadership to review store ranges, and working with local teams to drive results.

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience with Excel.
  • A very high level of attention to detail.
  • A proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong analytical capability – able to turn data into insight and action.
  • A methodical/logical approach.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, able to balance multiple priorities from different parties and drive action/decision making.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience of using space planning and planogramming systems.

Benefits

  • 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.
  • Additional benefits and discounts available through MyBoosts.

We are a proud equal‑opportunity employer and strive to create a positive and inclusive workplace for everyone who steps through the door.

Merchandising Lead - Optimisation in Nottingham employer: Boots UK

As a Merchandising Lead - Optimisation at our company, you will thrive in a dynamic and inclusive work environment that values collaboration and innovation. With generous employee benefits, including a robust retirement savings plan and extensive discounts, we prioritise your well-being and professional growth. Join us in shaping an exceptional in-store experience while enjoying the support of a dedicated team committed to your success.

Boots UK

Contact Details:

Boots UK Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Merchandising Lead - Optimisation in Nottingham

Data Analysis
Excel
Attention to Detail
Project Management
Analytical Skills
Stakeholder Management
Methodical Approach