Careers at Holland And Barrett
Careers at Holland And Barrett

At Holland & Barrett we have been offering quality health foods and supplements to our customers for over 75 years. Recognised as the High Street experts in natural health, we are Europe's largest health food chain with over 500 stores nationwide.

Due to our continued expansion we are currently in the process of opening several new stores around the UK and Ireland and are looking to add enthusiastic willing people to our team. The brief descriptions of these roles are shown below:

For Managers - Previous retail and supervisory experience is essential. A knowledge of health food products would be advantageous but it is not essential as we will provide full training. For our Store Managers we have an extensive bonus scheme in place which can give excellent earnings potential.

For Assistant Managers & Supervisors - Previous retail experience is essential, preferably at supervisory level. Previous experience of health food retail is not essential as full product training is provided, but you should have an interest in health food.

For Sales Associates - We have both part time and full time Sales Associate roles at many of our stores. Previous retail experience is an advantage but it is not essential.

For all positions commission is paid after successful completion of training. Full details of training, duties, wage and benefits will be available if you are selected for interview.

All recruitment for Sales Associates, Supervisor and Assistant Manager roles are managed by the Store Management teams. Please visit your local store who will have details of any opportunities in your area.

Click on the Store Locator link here, or in the right hand top corner for details of your local store.


We have the following vacancies within our Store Support Centres:

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Nuneaton
PR Manager
14/04/2010

For us our talented people are at the heart of our healthy business. NBTY Europe which is the parent company behind high street brands such as Holland and Barrett. GNC, Julian Graves and Nature's Way. Together we form Europe's largest health food chain offering quality health foods and supplements in over 1000 stores across Europe. As a forward thinking organisation, we continually invest in our people and in the Summer of 2010 we are moving to brand new purpose - built offices. It's going to be a fantastic working environment for our team.

As a result of our continued growth we have fantastic opportunity to join our Marketing team as a PR Manager. You will be based in our Store Support Centre in Nuneaton.

As a PR Manager with NBTY Europe you will support our business by:

  • Managing all external agencies for ongoing activity in PR. To include all consumer and corporate PR projects for NBTY Europe.
  • Management of all external written communication, including press releases and statements.
  • Proactively and reactively supports media liaison getting the best possible PR for NBTY.
  • Reviewing all internal communication and managing all internal briefings.
  • Responsible for our magazine portfolio and all related communications that support our sales growth.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced PR manager who is gregarious and can demonstrate how they have previously managed media relationships to your current organisations advantage. You must also be commercially minded and have previously worked in a retail/ consumer facing role.

In return NBTY will offer you fantastic career development in both a forward thinking marketing team and business plus a competitve salary and benefits package.

Please apply sending a full CV to recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com quoting reference number PR007.



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Store Manager - GNC Leicester
27/04/2010

For us our talented people are at the heart of our healthy business. Holland and Barrett is Europe's largest health food chain offering quality health foods and supplements in over 550 stores nationwide. As a forward thinking organisation, we continually invest in our people offering a great working environment.

Our Store Managers are the heartbeat of our business. You will be responsible for driving sales and profit within store through the delivery of exceptional customer service, stock management and fantastic people management skills

We take great pride in the level of product knowledge our Sales Associates have and their understanding of our customers individual needs and as Store Manager you will lead from the front of getting your team to the required standard.

In return we will offer you a competitive benefit package and as a company that is growing all the time some fantastic career opportunities.

Please apply with your full CV to recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com quoting reference SML101.



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Nuneaton
Category Manager
11/05/2010

For us our talented people are at the heart of our healthy business. NBTY Europe which is the parent company behind high street brands such as Holland and Barrett. GNC, Julian Graves and Nature's Way. Together we form Europe's largest health food chain offering quality health foods and supplements in over 1000 stores across Europe. As a forward thinking organisation, we continually invest in our people and in the Summer of 2010 we are moving to brand new purpose warehouse to house our ever expanding distribution operation.

As a result of our continued growth we have a fantastic opportunity for two experienced Category Manager, You will be based in our head office in Nuneaton.

ROLE DESCRIPTION : You are at the centre of your categories. Treat them as they are your own business, the only person who will drive your business forward is you. Use all your entrepreneurial Buying, Marketing and Sales skills to make your categories a huge success.

ROLE PURPOSE: To manage the people, processes and timelines required to source and develop Market Leading Product Ranges which satisfy customer requirements whilst achieving company objectives for sales, margin and promotional income

Buying

  • Control Supplier negotiations to maximise profits on branded and own label product
  • Ensure all suppliers meet the requirement on Sales and Margin
  • Management and control of the Supplier base to ensure all levels of service expectations are being met including npd, promotional activity, quality, delivery and contact performance
  • Ensure that all administration relating to cost prices and supplier details are accurately maintained and all account and invoice queries are dealt with in an efficient and timely manner
  • At all times try to present a 'Partnership' when dealing with the supplier base

Distribution

  • To accurately forecast predicted volumes on all new, promotional and peaking lines
  • Over see the AS400 ordering and stock flow to stores on all new and promotional lines
  • Liaise with the warehouse and be proactive in dealing with any issues arising including short dated whse / store stock and poor supplier performance
  • Ensure that the stock control team are maintaining stock at agreed levels at all times
  • Manage the stock control team in providing information and analysis to assess levels of slow moving & dormant stock and work with the team to clear
  • Understand every aspect of how the AS400 allocates stock to stores

Sales

Create a strategy for each Category based on internal data, customer insight and external market information
  • In line with the Category Strategy complete Category Reviews to the agreed time scale;
    • Identify product ranging requirements
    • Implement new Category and product range plans
    • Be assisted by Merchandising to maximise the profitability of category
    • Create a compelling customer offer with a competitive advantage
  • Use your entrepreneurial skills to select products outside of the range review process which will enable the category to be just ahead of the current trends and market dynamics
  • To provide weekly/monthly reports on category and promotional performance to identify actions required to enhance sales and margin
  • To monitor competitor activity and pricing to ensure brand and product positioning is correct in the market and react appropriately
  • Marketing

    • Work with the Marketing team to maximise the success of the category and promotional activity through well orchestrated point of sale or other promotional media
    • Work with the Merchandising team to maximise the profitability of the category through customer friendly layouts
    • Ensure that the Marketing team have a firm understanding of the Category Strategy and are working for you in the effort to achieve your Category objectives
    • Develop an in-depth knowledge of the customer and supply base to understand which are the most appropriate levers to use to maximise business performance
    • Utilising customer insight and market trend information, plan an effective and seasonally appropriate Promotion Calendar to drive category performance
    • Ensure accurate communication with stores regarding new product launches and product and promotional updates
    • To ensure that promotional documentation is accurately completed to the agreed deadlines

    People

    • Management and control of your Buying and the Supply Chain team to drive Category growth and profitability
    • Ensure team sets up, manages and follows all administration systems and procedures in particular monitoring of Sarbanes requirements
    • Communicate regularly with your team, including at least a 1hr 1-2-1 every week with each member of the team
    • Ensure your team are fully aware of
      • Company sales performance
      • Category sales performance
      • Company and Category strategies
      • Key business issues of the day
    • Communicate any issues that will effect category, promotion or product performance in a timely and efficient manner to all key stakeholders
    • Responsible for direct reports' performance and development through objective setting, coaching and guidance
    • Ensure your customer whether it be the general public, field staff or internal department always get the best possible service

    NPD

    • Work with Supplier base to develop an Innovative and Profitable Product range to meet anticipated demand of the customer base and improve the commercial performance of the category

    BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

    • Numerate, good analytical skills and attention to detail
    • Excellent negotiation skills
    • Ability to be flexible and work to tight deadlines
    • Minimum 5-7 years relevant experience in FMCG/retail environment
    • Team management experience
    • Coaching and training skills
    • PC & systems literate (AS400 and Excel)
    • Strong influencing and presentation skills
    • Ability to build relationships both with suppliers and internal multi-discipline teams
    • Commercially adept
    • Good communication skills
    • Time Management

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    • Determined, tenacious and resilient
    • Optimistic and open-minded to change
    • Approachable
    • Ability to delegate effectively
    • Customer focused
    • Creative
    • Positive, resourceful and energetic team worker
    • Drive to continuously improve self and team performance

    As part of a successful business you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and fantastic opportunities to progress across the NBTY business.

    To apply for the role please email recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com with a current CV and Quoting Reference Number: CMF003.



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    Nuneaton
    Gold Card Administrator
    15/07/2010

    For us our talented people are at the heart of our healthy business. NBTY Europe which is the parent company behind high street brands such as Holland and Barrett. GNC, Julian Graves and Nature's Way. Together we form Europe's largest health food chain offering quality health foods and supplements in over 1000 stores across Europe. As a forward thinking organisation, we continually invest in our people and in September of 2010 we are moving to brand new Head Office in Nuneaton to support our ever growing store portfolio.

    As a result of our internal progression we have fantastic opportunity to join our team in Nuneaton as a Gold Card Administrator.

    Within this role you will be responding to customer and store queries on a daily basis, you will be customer focused and have good communication skills and deal with queries efficiently and effectively.

    A large part of the administration of the role will be based around data entry to update and maintain our customer database. You will have exceptional attention to detail and extremely well organised as you will be producing reports for the field based managers and store teams.

    To be considered for this role, you must have great interpersonal skills and be passionate about customer service both internally and externally. You must also have had a background in administration and be able to work with excel and word at a advanced level.

    In return NBTY will offer you fantastic career development in both a fast paced retail organsation and as a entry level into our marketing team.

    Please apply sending a full CV to recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com quoting reference number GCA001



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    East Midlands
    Area Manager Julian Graves
    29/07/2010

    From the shop floor to head office, NBTY has a great team that keeps us healthy. Now Europe's largest health food chain, we're the company behind Holland & Barrett, Julian Graves, Nature's Way and GNC. We already have over 1000 stores across these brands, but we're expanding rapidly. So there's never been a better time to join us!

    This is a superb opportunity for an experienced Area Manager who is looking for their fresh challenge to join NBTY as part of our Area Management team within our Julian Graves brand.

    Julian Graves is the latest addition to our portfolio brands in our rapidly expanding business that includes Holland & Barrett, GNC and Nature's Way. We have exciting plans for Julian Graves and plan to make it a niche retail brand. As an Area Manager within Julian Graves you will have an opportunity to play an integral part of shaping the brand's future.

    As a Area Manager within our business your role will be to drive the growth of the brand through effective leadership and the management and development of the store teams. You will be an ambassador for the brand and it's values ensuring they become a way of life for your team

    You will become a champion for our customer experience programme ensuring that the customer first strategy is delivered in every store, with maximum benefit to the company by creating a sales through service culture.

    We are looking for a leader who has a proven track record of innovation and has motivated and inspired teams to deliver their targets by consistent delivery of best practise.

    In return we will offer you a competitive salary, car plus a fantastic bonus opportunities, private family healthcare plus great career opportunities both within Julian Graves and our other brands such as Holland and Barrett and GNC.

    To apply please Email your CV to recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com
    Quoting the reference number JGEM84



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    Burton on Trent
    Goods In Manager
    20/08/2010

    For us our talented people are at the heart of our healthy business. NBTY Europe which is the parent company behind high street brands such as Holland and Barrett. GNC,Julian Graves and Nature's Way. Together we form Europe's largest health food chain offering quality health foods and supplements in over 1000 stores across Europe. As a forward thinking organisation, we continually invest in our people and in the summer of 2010 we are moving to brand new purpose warehouse to house our ever expanding distribution operation.

    To be considered you must have experience of working as Goods in Manager from a large distribution centre background in the FMCG industry, only applicants with this experience will be considered.

    You will support our business by being able to demonstrate first class man-management skills along with an understanding of processes, organising workflow, be used to working to targets and delivering improvement where possible. We are a fast paced business and you must be flexible and reslient in your approach with a passion to be part of a successful business.

    In return NBTY will offer you fantastic career development in both a forward thinking distribution team and business plus a competitve salary plus benefits.

    Please apply sending a full CV to recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com quoting reference - Goods In Manager.



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    Nuneaton
    Wholesale Sales Co-ordinator
    03/07/2010

    There will be travel between Nuneaton and Burton- upon -Trent.

    For us our talented people are at the heart of our healthy business. NBTY Europe which is the parent company behind high street brands such as Holland and Barrett. GNC,Julian Graves and Nature's Way.

    Together we form Europe's largest health food chain offering quality health foods and supplements in over 1000 stores across Europe.

    The responsibilities of the role will include efficient and effective service to all customers and to ensure their needs are met in a timely fashion within a telesales environment.

    Your responsibilities will include general administration and input of orders onto a database, managing enquiries relating to delivery, credit, invoices, customer contracts, raising of pods, collections information and dispatch information, keeping price lists updated.

    Also you will need to prepare monthly reports detailing sales information, new product information, leaflets available and promotional information. You will also prepare a monthly customer Newsletter.

    You will work closely with Logistics and Finance and manage correspondence to internal and external customers and colleagues including emails, letters & promotions.

    You will enjoy working towards and achieving team and individual sales & service targets and will proactively follow up sales enquiries and refer sales leads to the Sales Team.

    You will have an excellent, confident telephone manner and strong communication skills, good administration and organisational skills. Be IT literate (Microsoft Word & Excel a minimum).

    You will be required to work Monday to Friday 8.45 - 5:15.

    You may also be asked to work additional hours to cover periods of staff absence due to holiday.

    Please apply sending a full CV to recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com quoting reference: Wholesale Sales Co-ordinator



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    Nuneaton
    On Line Marketing Assistant
    04/08/2010

    For us our talented people are at the heart of our healthy business. NBTY Europe which is the parent company behind high street brands such as Holland and Barrett. GNC, Julian Graves and Nature's Way. Together we form Europe's largest health food chain offering quality health foods and supplements in over 1000 stores across Europe. As a forward thinking organisation, we continually invest in our people and in September of 2010 we are moving to brand new Head Office in Nuneaton to support our ever growing store portfolio.

    As a result of our internal progression we have fantastic opportunity to join our team in Nuneaton as an On Line Marketing Assistant.

    The main purpose of the role is to assist in the implementation of direct online and offline marketing activity to maximise the direct channel sales and margin growth for NBTY Europe.

    To be considered for this role, you must have great interpersonal skills and be passionate about customer service both internally and externally. You must also have had a done a marketing degree or be currently in a marketing role and be relisant and used to working within tight deadlines.

    You must also be detailed in your approach as the role will require proof reading and production of mailers and catalouges. You will also producing reports to evaluate campaigns and activities. You will also help in running and developing of our Gold Card Loyalty Scheme.

    In return NBTY will offer you fantastic career development in both a fast paced retail organsation and as a entry level into our marketing team.

    Please apply sending a full CV to recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com quoting reference number DMA02.



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    Nuneaton
    Senior Product Manager (Junior Buyer)
    20/08/2010

    For us our talented people are at the heart of our healthy business. NBTY Europe which is the parent company behind high street brands such as Holland and Barrett. GNC, Julian Graves and Nature's Way. Together we form Europe's largest health food chain offering quality health foods and supplements in over 1000 stores across Europe. As a forward thinking organisation, we continually invest in our people and in the Autumn of 2010 we are moving to our new Store Support Centre in Nuneaton close to the M6.

    As a result of our continued growth we have a fantastic opportunity to join our Buying Team as a Senior Product Manager (Junior Buyer).

    As a Product Manager within our business your role will be to assist the Buyer and to develop product ranges which satisfy both customer requirements and company' sales, margin and promotional income objectives.

    Within your role you will have the opportunity to be involved reviewing current category performance and through data analysis and identity opportunities to improve commercial performance. You will also work closer with the Category Manager (Buyer) to monitor competitor activity and identify the next big commercial opportunity.

    To be considered for the role you will have spend at least two years within an FMCG or retail environment as a Buyer's Assistant looking for their next move or are currently at Assistant Buyer looking for the next role.

    You must be completely excel literate with the ability to do V look ups an advantage.

    In return we will offer you a competitive salary and benefits with great career opportunities within one of the most well known and ethical retailers currently on the High Street.

    To apply for the role please email recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com quoting reference PMIR003.



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    Training Officer - Julian Graves
    24/08/2010

    From the shop floor to head office, NBTY has a great team that keeps us healthy. Now Europe's largest health food chain, we're the company behind Holland & Barrett, Julian Graves, Nature's Way and GNC. We already have over 1000 stores across these brands, but we're expanding rapidly. So there's never been a better time to join us!

    This is a superb opportunity for an experienced Training Officer who is looking for an exciting opportunity to join NBTY as part of our new operational structure within our Julian Graves brand. An interest in health and fitness would be an advantage.

    At Julian Graves we want to help our customer choose the products that best suit their exact requirements. Our aim is to improve the quality of people's lives through better nutrition and healthy living. We understand that every single person is unique and has different needs.

    As a Training Officer for Julian Graves you must become an ambassador for the brand and the values it represents. It will be a fantastic opportunity to have a great profile within the business and train and develop the team.

    The ideal candidate must a good all round communicator, engaging to their audience when delivering training, flexible, resilient, and commercially aware and have worked closely with a retail operational team.

    You will also have experience and have worked in an environment where you have had to design, plan and deliver training workshops on a weekly basis and evaluate there success. You will have also influenced company training projects.

    As this is a UK wide role there is a considerable amount travel.

    In return we will offer you a competitive salary, car plus, private family healthcare plus great career opportunities both within Julian Graves and our other brands such as Holland and Barrett and GNC.

    To apply please by Email with your current CV to -recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com
    Quoting reference - JG UK Training Officer

    Strictly No Agencies.



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    Nuneaton
    Administrator
    24/08/2010

    For us our talented people are at the heart of our healthy business. Holland and Barrett is Europe's largest health food chain offering quality health foods and supplements in over 1000 stores covering five retail brands nationwide. As a forward thinking organisation, we continually invest in our people offering a great working environment.

    The role will be to offer Administration support to our Central Support Service team based at our brand new purpose built Head Office Location in Nuneaton.

    You will be a natural team player and able to work at a fast pace, have excellent keyboard skills, communicate clearly, organise and prioritize your workload and have a proactive mindset in your approach. Essentially you will have Administration experience.

    As part of a successful business you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, benefits and fantastic opportunities.

    To apply for the role please email recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com.

    Please attach a covering letter and CV.

    Quote Reference - CSS Admin

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    Nuneaton
    Product Manager - (Assistant Buyer)
    04/05/2010

    For us our talented people are at the heart of our healthy business. NBTY Europe which is the parent company behind high street brands such as Holland and Barrett. GNC, Julian Graves and Nature's Way. Together we form Europe's largest health food chain offering quality health foods and supplements in over 1000 stores across Europe. As a forward thinking organisation, we continually invest in our people and in the Summer of 2010 we are moving to brand new purpose warehouse to house our ever expanding distribution operation.

    As a result of our continued growth we have a fantastic opportunity to join our Buying Team as A Product Manager (Assistant Buyer),You will be based in our Head Office in Nuneaton.

    ROLE PURPOSE: To assist the Buyer to develop product ranges which satisfy both customer requirements and company' sales, margin and promotional income objectives

    • Produce weekly/monthly analysis and reviews for in-season trading performance of categories to identify opportunities to improve commercial performance
    • Supplier liaison to progress branded and own label product requirements as discussed with the Buyer
    • Ensure that all administration and data input relating to product information, cost prices and supplier details are accurately maintained and all account and invoice queries are dealt with in an efficient and timely manner including all Sarbanes requirements
    • To continuously monitor competitor activity and the market place. Work with Product Marketing to identify potential new commercial opportunities
    • Work with the Product Marketing team to create a compelling and innovative promotional calendar to drive sales, customer satisfaction and profits.
    • To assist in the management of the critical path in conjunction with Product Marketing and Merchandising to deliver Category reviews within agreed timescales
    • Communicate any issues that will effect category, promotion or product performance in a timely and efficient manner to all key stakeholders including stores
    • Liaise with key internal stakeholders such as Warehouse, Data, Supplier Accounts, Supply Chain, Marketing, Retail Management, Merchandising, Compliance, Regulatory Affairs as appropriate on any range, product, supplier changes
    • Deputise for the Buyer in their absence by maintaining an overall knowledge of the department and any ongoing issues
    • Develop an in-depth knowledge of the customer and supply base to understand which are the most appropriate levers to use to maximise business performance
    • Ad hoc projects or other activity as requested

    BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

    • Numerate, good analytical skills and attention to detail
    • PC & systems literate ideally AS400 and Excel critical
    • Ability to be flexible and work to tight deadlines
    • Minimum 2 years relevant experience in FMCG/retail environment
    • Strong influencing and persuasive skills
    • Ability to build relationships both with suppliers and internal multi-discipline teams
    • Commercially aware
    • Good communication skills
    • Time Management

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    • Determined, tenacious and resilient
    • Optimistic and open-minded to change
    • Customer focussed
    • Positive, resourceful and energetic team worker
    • Drive to continuously improve self and team performance

    As part of a successful business you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and fantastic opportunities to progress across the NBTY business.

    To apply for the role please email recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com with a current CV and Quoting Reference Number: PM002.



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    Area Sales Managers
    02/12/2009

    Responsibility for 20+ stores. Ideally you will already have gained some experience within a busy retail organisation working within in a fast-paced, results driven environment. We are looking for dynamic team players with good interpersonal skills. You will be skilled at prioritising tasks, meeting deadlines and working on your own initiative. Good computer literacy skills and the ability to work under pressure are also essential.



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    To Apply for any of these positions:

    Applicants will need to send a CV and a covering letter stating current salary details to Rachael Dodic, Recruitment Administrator, Holland & Barrett, Samuel Ryder House, Townsend Drive, Attleborough Fields, Nuneaton, CV11 6XW marked strictly private and confidential, or send this by e-mail to recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com

    Further Details:

    All positions based within our Store Support Centre will be full time - 37.5 hours per week based at our offices in Nuneaton or Burton-upon-Trent unless specified.

    Normal hours of work will be 8.45 am to 5.15 pm with an hour for lunch, which would be unpaid. All positions commence with 28 days holiday inclusive of statutory public holidays, this increases to 29 days after completion of two full years employment and gradually up to 33 days holiday for 10 years service with the Company. We also offer a 25% staff discount scheme for products purchased in the Holland & Barrett, GNC and Nature's Way stores.

    If you are interested in a healthy career and would like to apply for any of these positions, please send a CV and a covering letter stating your current salary details and/or benefits package to Rachael Dodic, Recruitment Administrator, Holland & Barrett, Samuel Ryder House, Townsend Drive,Attleborough Fields, Nuneaton, CV11 6XW marked strictly private and confidential, or send this by e-mail to recruitment@hollandandbarrett.com

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