<div class="earcuposdescription"><div class="earcuposdescriptionnote"><p><strong>Location &amp; &nbsp;working arrangement</strong>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Nuneaton, UK | Hybrid working</strong> <strong>| 6 months Maternity cover</strong></p><p>We offer hybrid working, with an expectation that you'll be present at one of our Holland &amp; Barrett offices in Nuneaton (or another designated location)</p><p><strong>Intro</strong>&nbsp;</p><p>Ready to shape the future of health and wellness retail? As Head of Category Food at Holland &amp; Barrett, you'll lead the strategy and commercial performance of Food category portfolio across Retail, Digital and Marketplace.&nbsp;</p><p>You'll shape the ranges and propositions our customers experience, build strategic supplier partnerships and lead teams to deliver sustainable growth. Working alongside commercial and digital leaders, you'll help us make customer-led decisions that strengthen our business and make wellness accessible to more people.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>What you'll be doing</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Own category strategy and overall commercial performance, driving sales, margin, supplier income and profit growth.&nbsp;</li><li>Make strategic decisions on range, pricing, promotions, innovation and investment using customer, market and digital insight.&nbsp;</li><li>Lead category teams to deliver budgets, forecasts and clear commercial plans.&nbsp;</li><li>Build strategic supplier relationships and lead negotiations and Joint Business Plans that create value for customers and the business.&nbsp;</li><li>Bring Retail, Digital and Marketplace together through an integrated approach to category trading and growth.&nbsp;</li><li>Work with Digital Trading, Finance, Supply Chain, Marketing and other specialist teams to turn opportunities into action.&nbsp;</li><li>Improve stock productivity and working capital while protecting availability and customer experience.&nbsp;</li><li>Lead, coach and develop Category Managers and colleagues, building commercial capability, accountability and future leadership talent.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>What you'll bring</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Significant senior Category Management, Buying or comparable commercial leadership experience.&nbsp;</li><li>A strong track record of delivering category strategies, commercial growth and P&amp;L targets.&nbsp;</li><li>Expertise in supplier negotiations, pricing, promotions, range development and commercial partnerships.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience across omnichannel retail, including using digital insight to inform commercial decisions.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong financial acumen, analytical skills and the ability to turn insight into clear priorities.&nbsp;</li><li>The confidence to influence senior stakeholders and build effective cross-functional partnerships.&nbsp;</li><li>A collaborative leadership style that develops talent, encourages accountability and supports continuous improvement.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Holidays</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>33 days, including bank holidays&nbsp;</li><li>Holiday purchase scheme&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Health &amp; Wellbeing</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>24/7 Virtual GP access&nbsp;</li><li>Private medical insurance – single cover&nbsp;</li><li>Annual free at-home health testing kit (after 6 months' service)&nbsp;</li><li>Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and a network of Mental Health First Aiders whenever you need support&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Wellbeing</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Workplace pension with 5% employer contribution&nbsp;</li><li>Life assurance (2x salary, after 6 months' service)&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Reward</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Annual Bonus (subject to company and individual performance) up to 20%&nbsp;</li><li>£50 Colleague product allowance on Holland &amp; Barrett products (after 6 months' service)&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Lifestyle &amp; Everyday Benefits</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Access to cashback and discounts from a wide range of retailers&nbsp;</li><li>25% colleague discount, available in store and online&nbsp;</li><li>Free Wellhub membership, with discounted access to gyms, studios and premium wellbeing apps&nbsp;</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme&nbsp;</li></ul><p>Ready to lead category strategy and help shape what comes next for Holland &amp; Barrett? Apply today and bring your commercial expertise to a business that exists to make health and wellness a way of life for everyone.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About&nbsp;Holland &amp; Barrett</strong>&nbsp;</p><p>For over 150 years, Holland &amp; Barrett has helped people take steps towards better health and wellness. We're committed to making health and wellness a way of life for everyone through trusted expertise, evidence-led guidance and support that meets people where they are. Every journey is different, and we're here to help people move forward in ways that work for them.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Inclusion &amp; accessibility statement</strong>&nbsp;</p><p>At Holland &amp; Barrett, we want everyone to feel welcome and able to be themselves. We value different perspectives and experiences and are committed to an inclusive recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.&nbsp;</p><p>#LI-Hybrid<br>#LI-CM1<br><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p></div></div>