Job Description

Location
Hybrid: 1-2 days at our Support Centre in Coleshill, Birmingham.
Why The Works?
? 10th Best Big Company to Work For 2024 - 'Best Companies'
We don't just sell products.
We inspire reading, learning, creativity and play.
The Works. It literally means everything. And whatever your story or background, we're all about unlocking imagination and making creativity accessible to everyone. Whether you're engaging with customers on the frontline or supporting our colleagues behind the scenes, your impact can be profound and far-reaching.
This is more than toys and books and art supplies. This is about inspiring people to read, learn, create and play. So, with the right passion, it all starts with you.
Become a PoS Marketing Manager
The PoS Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end planning, execution, and continual improvement of all Point of Sale materials across the retail estate. This role ensures that in-store signage and promotional assets reflect brand strategy, drive customer engagement, and support commercial goals. The PoS Manager acts as a key liaison between marketing, store operations, suppliers, and creative teams.
Your Mission
Campaign Planning & Execution

• Lead PoS strategy and delivery for all brand campaigns, seasonal promotions, and store events.
• Oversee artwork briefing, proofing, coding, and versioning across multiple store formats and regions (e.g., UK and ROI).
• Collaborate with printers and suppliers to ensure timely production and distribution of PoS packs.

Operational Excellence

• Maintain and evolve PoS specifications and standards for new stores, refits, relocations, and closures.
• Manage store communications and implementation guides to ensure accurate and consistent execution.
• Monitor and improve PoS allocation accuracy using campaign systems and store audits.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Line manage PoS Assistant, supporting their development and workload balance.
• Work cross-functionally with creative, retail, and commercial teams to align PoS with broader business objectives.
• Support supplier relationships and explore cost-saving and sustainability opportunities in PoS production.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive innovation in PoS formats and messaging to enhance in-store experience and brand visibility.
• Lead key transformational projects that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate customer impact.
• Work with retail to gather feedback to inform future PoS strategies.

Skills/Behaviours That Will Set You Apart

• Proven experience in retail marketing or PoS management.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple campaigns and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and a creative eye for brand storytelling.
• Proficiency in artwork proofing, print production processes, and supplier management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with campaign planning systems and store allocation tools is desirable.

Being a great leader
As a great leader with wonderful people skills, you'll create an environment that's more than just co-workers -- it's a team.

• Align Goals with Values: Ensure that your team's goals are clearly connected to the company's values and purpose. This helps colleagues see the bigger picture and understand how their work contributes to the overall mission.
• Clear Communication: Ensure that your team understands the goals, expectations, and their roles. Regularly share updates, encourage open dialogue and have regular check-ins.
• Role Model: Lead by example. Demonstrate the behaviours and attitudes you expect from your team, such as punctuality, responsibility, and being a brand ambassador.
• Provide Feedback: Offer constructive feedback regularly. Recognise achievements and address areas for improvement in a supportive and continuous growth manner.
• Empower Your Team: Delegate tasks and trust your team to handle them. This builds confidence and promotes professional growth.
• Conflict Resolution: Address conflicts promptly and fairly. Foster an environment where issues can be discussed openly and resolved amicably.
• Empathy: Understand and consider the feelings and perspectives of your team members. This helps in building strong, supportive relationships

And let's not forget about the most important part... your team's well-being and aspirations. You'll be their biggest supporter, cheering them on. You'll have amazing everyday conversations with your team, discussing everything from their performance to their wildest career aspirations.
Our PERKS really are 'The Works'

• ? 25% Colleague Discount! - Plus, exclusive Double Discount days!
• ? MyWorks - Access exclusive online discounts across hundreds of retailers, holidays, utilities deals, tech and more

• ? Family Friendly Leave - Enjoy some time well spent with enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• ? Holiday - 33 days including bank holidays.
• ? Holiday Purchase - Purchase an additional 5 days
• ? Can-Do Academy - Grow your skills and career with instant access to further training and development in areas that interest you.
• ? Stream - Claim early access to 50% of your wages as you earn them - for when 'life' happens!
• ? Share Scheme - Unleash your inner Monopoly mogul and own a piece of The Works!
• ? 24/7 support for you and your family - Through our partnership with the Retail Trust who provide an Employee Assistance Programme and so much more!
• ? Healthcare Cash Plan - To support your everyday healthcare costs
• ? And loads more! - Long Service Awards, pension, life assurance, Cycle to Work and optional charity giving.

Our Purpose
To inspire reading, learning, creativity and play ??
Our Values
We are Crafty ? | Smart with what we've got.
We are Caring ? | Heart in every action.
We are Can-do ?| Energy that gets it done.
We Listen. We Care
Each year, we run an anonymous colleague engagement survey. This is so important for us to hear your feedback and suggestions. We want to know what's going great, and what needs a couple of tweaks to help make The Works the best place you've ever worked! You'll have opportunity to help give us that direction.
Promoting Diversity, Inclusion, and Applying Reasonable Adjustments
At The Works, we are proud to have an inclusive culture where everyone truly feels able to be themselves. Our roles are open to all, including under-represented groups such as ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, carers & members of the LGBTQ+ community (including those who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, trans, non-binary, or use another term).
We are open to discussions around working hours and flexible working. And, where possible, we'll try to support this. If you need reasonable adjustments for an interview you might attend with us, let us know in your application and we'll be happy to help!
We don't just sell products. We inspire reading, learning, creativity and play. Because when people spend time doing what they love, it's Time Well Spent.
And with the right passion - It All Starts With You.

Skills Required