China-Britain Business Council

Buying isn't just about picking products and hoping they sell. It's about shaping what customers see, what they buy, and how they feel about the brand. In VHMS (Vitamins, Herbals, Minerals & Supplements), that means curating ranges that support health and wellness, spotting emerging trends, and ensuring customers trust what's on our shelves. This role is a maternity cover, so you'll be stepping into a key position that keeps our category moving forward during a crucial period. If you're the kind of person who gets a buzz from negotiating a deal, spotting trends before anyone else, and building ranges that customers actually want, then keep reading. The Role: What you'll actually be doing Owning the VHMS category end-to-end: strategy, range, pricing, and promotions. Leading supplier negotiations and joint business planning to maximise profitability. Working with Own-Label Buying and Product Development teams to deliver innovative ranges. Planning and executing promotional activity that drives profitable sales growth. Delivering range reviews focused on customer needs and commercial performance. Collaborating with marketing and digital teams to make launches and campaigns successful. Analysing online customer behaviour and tailoring mechanics for trial, conversion, and repeat. Managing stock levels to avoid overstocks and clear slow-moving lines. Coaching and developing your direct reports to help them perform at their best. How we'll know you're delivering Category sales and margin growth are heading in the right direction. Promotional plans land well and deliver profitable results. Suppliers trust you and still give us what we need. Ranges feel fresh, relevant, and customer centric. Stock levels are healthy, not bloated. Your team feels supported and is hitting the objectives. The Person What you'll need to bring Experience in retail buying or category management. Negotiation skills that make suppliers want to work with you. The ability to influence internally without sounding like a broken record. Strong numeracy and analytical skills - because gut feel is great, but data wins. Relationship building skills, both inside and outside the business. Ideally, some line management experience (but if you're ready to step up, we'll listen). And above all, transparency, accountability, and honesty. WHAT WE OFFER: Health Cash Plan Life Assurance Private Virtual GP Holiday Purchase option Pension Contribution Access to 'Wellhub' with gyms, studios and wellbeing apps Discounts & Savings 25% Colleague Discount with FREE Standard Delivery Exclusive Discounts from a wide range of partners £/€50 Annual Product Allowance to spend in store Learning & Development Access to a variety of learning opportunities, including Level 2-5 Apprenticeships, Workshops and our Digital Learning Library AND MORE! Holland and Barrett is an equalopportunity employer. We welcome diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We understand that when our colleagues are listened to, respected and valued for who they are, we build an organisation with belonging at its heart - making health and wellness a way of life for everyone.

A prominent retail company is seeking a maternity cover for a key category management position focused on Vitamins, Herbals, Minerals, and Supplements. The role involves leading supplier negotiations, managing category strategies, and driving promotional sales growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong retail buying experience, excellent negotiation skills, and a collaborative spirit. Additionally, the company offers a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits, including health cash plans and learning opportunities.