Join Superdrug Head Office- Make a Real Difference Every Day!

Location:East Croydon

Hours:37.5

Salary:Competitive

Why Superdrug?

Passionate about Beauty and Health? Want to be part of an innovative, trend setting retailer? Our vibrant Head Office, based by East Croydon station is a fantastic environment filled with hundreds of brilliant personalities.

We’re a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun.

Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling.

Here's the exciting bit…a day includes

Working on Cosmetics, you will seek to maximise sales and profit, working closely with our brands, managing brand sales and ranges through careful analysis and collaboration with the merchandising team.

This is a great opportunity to work with both key mass market brands and more niche new brands to drive sales and market share for Superdrug whilst providing a best in class customer experience both on and offline.

The role will support in brand management, analysing performance and providing weekly sell-through reports, as well preparing for trade meetings, and attending brand meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop implement and deliver category plans including range reviews, promotions pricing and stock that are consistent with overall commercial strategy and financial objectives.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to develop and implement marketing promotion plans and strategies that are relevant to category; adhere to legislation and brand guidelines; and clearly and effectively communicate with the customer, driving footfall and profitable sales.
• Review and evaluate the effectiveness of promotions, taking appropriate action where necessary, and sharing best practice with peers and other stakeholders.
• Work with Own Brand team to develop and deliver Own Brand products/ranges that deliver increased participation and meet agreed strategy and plans.
• Working in partnership with the Merchandising team, agree merchandising strategy that drives and delivers right range in the right store; ensuring availability in store; and control of slow moving stock.
• Identify and implement new product opportunities that are competitively priced, commercially viable and meet customer needs, driving sales and profitability.
• Manage and review pricing, ensuring pricing that is competitive and maximises profitability. Operate within Company pricing strategy.
• Working in conjunction with Supply Chain team, ensure base sales and promotional forecasts are adhered to, whilst maintaining in-store availability to meet the customer’s needs.
• Develop effective internal working relationships with cross functional team members to support and enhance category objectives and performance.
• Develop build and maintain effective external relationships to enhance the Superdrug proposition and meet customer needs.
• Adopt appropriate negotiation strategies to attain the best terms for the category and the business.
• Category expert – utilise and continually develop knowledge in category products, competitors and market activity to deliver increased category performance objectives.

Here's what's in it for you

• 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
• 2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend
• 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and online
• Hybrid working patterns available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station
• Company pension matching and bonus
• We offer Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Being part of more! We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UK
• We are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets!
• Unrivalled Learning and Development programmes
• Enhanced maternity/shared parental/adoptionleave, company sick pay and pregnancy loss and support

Come and be part of something special.

Hours: 37.5 | 9.00am - 5.30pm - Hybrid working available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station.

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Superdrug, where we embrace exciting challenges that make a real difference. We provide a supportive environment where your innovative ideas and proactive spirit are not just welcomed but celebrated. Where you can be you! Are you ready to make your mark with us?

Workplace+ You and your family will get access to an app that gives you free healthcare services like Digital GP, mental health consultations and an annual health check!

Holiday

You’ll receive up to 25 days of holiday, with the option to buy or sell days each year. Your holiday entitlement increases with your length of service—rising to 28 days after 3 years and up to 30 days after 5 years. Head office employees also enjoy 8 UK bank holidays each year.

The Stream app allows you to track how much money you’re earning throughout the month and take up to 40% of it ahead of pay day, giving you more pay flexibility. You will also have access to lots of discounts, a financial coach and a competitive saving pot.

You can earn up to 30% bonus with March pay, get annual salary reviews in January, receive up to 7% pension contributions, and opt into company-paid private medical insurance, plus many more benefits. Check out your department page for more!

Superdrug is a place for everyone. We respect every voice and celebrate individuality. Enjoy team incentives and fun! If you’re passionate and resilient, Superdrug is the place for you!

Team Member Discount

Enjoy perks like 30% off on Superdrug Own Brand products and 10% off on other brands. This includes our Superdrug Health Clinics and Superdrug Online Doctor! We also have friends and family events, where we increase your discount and allow you to share it!

Fantastic Fun

Work at Superdrug is not just work, it’s a fun-filled journey. We create a vibrant atmosphere filled with positivity. Every day brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference in the lives of our customers and colleagues.

Inspiring Futures

Superdrug is dedicated to inspiring careers We offer a variety of learning opportunities, including bespoke training programs that equip employees with the skills necessary to advance and transition into different roles.

Journey to Joining Our Amazing Team

Apply online with your CV, highlighting how your skills align with the role at Superdrug.

Initial Screening

Our recruitment team will review your application and contact you if it matches our requirements to confirm you are comfortable with the core details of the role and to get to know you better!

First Interview

If selected, you will be invited to a competency-based interview with the line manager via teams.

Second Interview

If further selected, you will attend a face-to-face interview at our Head Office. Depending on the role, you may be asked to prepare a presentation or complete a task for technical positions. You will be informed in advance if this is required.

Offer & Contract

Upon a successful application, you will receive a job offer and contract outlining the specifics of your role, salary, and benefits. Once accepted, we will initiate the onboarding process to collect all necessary details from you.

Onboarding

After completing your onboarding, your line manager will contact you to extend a welcome and address any questions you may have to ease first-day nerves. You will then be provided with a comprehensive induction plan designed to ensure your success.

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