About the role
If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to help you complete your application or throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. If you would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please contact us at: recruitment@b-and-q.co.uk. If you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we'll consider your application in line with our Disability Confident commitments.
Permanent
From 100,000 DOE + Pension + PMI + ShareSave + 6.6 weeks holiday + Hybrid Working ( flexible - 1 day per week in office)
Southampton, Store Support Office
We believe anyone can improve their home to make life better. From our Southampton Store Support office (SSO) we equip our stores, our people, and our whole business with everything it takes to help our millions of customers create a home they’ll love. Join us as the Head of Retail Media Growth and you’ll be a big part of this.
The Head of Retail Media Growth is responsible for developing and scaling the commercial organisation, including Partnerships, Sales Operations and Enablement capabilities. The role owns revenue performance, commercial strategy, customer growth and the systems, processes and ways of working required to support the next phase of B&Q Media's growth. A key part of the role is building strong partnerships with both Commercial and Marketplace teams to unlock new growth opportunities and maximise supplier and seller participation across the B&Q Media network.
Key responsibilities
- Own delivery of the B&Q Media revenue target, with accountability for commercial performance, pipeline health and forecast accuracy.
- Develop and execute the commercial growth strategy, translating business objectives into clear customer, category and channel growth plans.
- Lead the Retail Media Partnerships team, setting direction, priorities, performance expectations and ways of working.
- Build a high-performing and inclusive commercial culture, coaching and developing team members while creating an environment where diverse perspectives are encouraged, valued and contribute to better business outcomes.
- Develop and maintain senior strategic relationships with advertisers, suppliers, agencies and other key commercial partners.
- Develop strong partnerships with Marketplace teams to identify, prioritise and unlock Retail Media opportunities that support seller growth and accelerate Marketplace participation.
- Drive advertiser acquisition, retention, repeat investment and long-term account growth through a clear customer segmentation and coverage strategy.
- Own commercial planning and operating rhythms, including forecasting, pipeline management, account planning and performance reporting.
- Work closely with Commercial, Category and Marketplace leadership teams to embed Retail Media into supplier and seller growth strategies while maintaining appropriate governance.
- Partner with the Head of Retail Media Strategy & Proposition and the Media Operations Lead to ensure propositions are commercially relevant, operationally scalable and deliver a strong experience for advertisers, suppliers and Marketplace sellers.
- Provide senior commercial input into pricing, packaging, go-to-market planning and the launch of new Retail Media propositions.
- Lead Sales Operations and Enablement, ensuring effective use of CRM, consistent sales processes, strong commercial analytics and the development of capabilities that improve team effectiveness and productivity.
- Build scalable commercial infrastructure, frameworks and ways of working that support future business growth.
- Represent B&Q Media in senior advertiser meetings, agency engagements and relevant external forums.
- Contribute as a member of the Retail Media leadership team, supporting organisational planning, investment decisions and overall business performance.
Required skills & experience
- Significant experience in a senior commercial, media sales, advertising, strategic partnerships or related leadership role.
- Proven track record of delivering ambitious revenue targets within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
- Experience leading and developing high-performing commercial teams.
- Strong commercial acumen with experience building customer relationships and driving business growth.
- Experience developing commercial strategies and translating them into measurable business outcomes.
- Experience managing forecasting, pipeline management and sales performance processes.
- Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder-management skills.
- Experience developing effective partnerships across commercial, ecommerce, marketplace or category-led organisations to deliver mutual growth objectives.
- Experience leading through growth, ambiguity and organisational change.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with strong commercial execution.
Desirable Skills & Experience:
- Experience within ecommerce, media owners, digital advertising, adtech, agencies or marketplace businesses.
- Experience leading Sales Operations, Sales Enablement or Commercial Excellence functions.
- Experience building or scaling a commercial organisation during a high-growth phase.
- Experience working with agency groups and media investment teams.
- Experience working within a Marketplace, ecommerce platform or seller ecosystem.
- Understanding of Retail Media measurement, adtech and media planning ecosystems.
What's in it for me?
What's In It For You?
At B&Q, we're building more than great homes – we're building great careers.
When you join us, you'll be part of a supportive, inclusive business where your ideas matter, your development is invested in, and your wellbeing is genuinely important.
Here's what you can expect:
🏡 Flexible & Hybrid Working - Work in a way that helps you perform at your best, balancing business needs with personal commitments.
📈 Career Growth & Development - Access learning, development and career opportunities across one of the UK's leading retail organisations.
💰 Competitive Reward Package - A competitive salary, pension and a range of financial benefits.
🛒 Colleague Discounts - Enjoy discounts across B&Q and the wider Kingfisher Group.
❤️ Health & Wellbeing Support - Access wellbeing resources, health support and employee assistance programmes designed to help you thrive.
🌴 Time Away From Work - Generous holiday entitlement and family-friendly policies that support life both inside and outside work.
🤝 A Place Where You Belong - We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to be themselves.
🌍 Make a Difference - The work you do will have a direct impact on our customers, colleagues and business.
Eligibility To Work
Please note that B&Q does not currently offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and throughout their employment.
Accessibility & Disability Confident
At B&Q, we're committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience for everyone.
If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to help you complete your application or throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.
If you would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please contact us at recruitment@b-and-q.co.uk. If you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we'll consider your application in line with our Disability Confident commitments.
We want to ensure that all employees, future employees and applicants to all Kingfisher companies are treated equally regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, colour, ethnic or national origin, culture, religious belief, philosophical belief, political opinion, disability, gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation.
If you require any additional support or adjustments to help you make an application, please contact us at recruitment@b-and-q.co.uk.
Training &
development
Learn & Develop at B&Q
When you join B&Q, we want you to be all you can be. From the minute you walk through our doors to the exciting moment you make that next career move, we're here to help you make the most of every opportunity. Thanks to our friendly learning system, LEO, we make sure you always have the support you need to take on every challenge and fit your learning around your life. Here, we know that the best way to grow is together.
Flexible learning with LEO
LEO is your every day, on the go learning and development partner. Helping you build the knowledge you need now and in the future. With LEO, you can access training and content, anywhere, anytime and on any device. You can even influence the type of training on offer by rating and recommending content, and letting us know what we can do to improve. Award-winning and featuring over 500 different learning activities - like short videos, articles, workshops and webinars - think of LEO as your 24/7 training pal, designed to help you make the most of your B&Q career journey.
Developing in role
Learning never stops at B&Q. Whether you've been in your role for one day or five years, there's always something to be curious about. It's why we're always creating learning opportunities and experiences that'll give you the chance to develop your skills. Like our First Line Manager programme: a course that helps our newest line managers build their confidence and management skills. Or our Leadership Development programme that challenges our more experienced leaders to reflect on and adapt their approach for our ever-evolving ways of working.
Building expertise and know-how
We believe anyone can learn the technical skills to do their job with excellence. It's all about attitude and behaviour here. So, if you're passionate about customer service and design, we'll teach you how to create beautiful kitchens. If you're someone who loves being outdoors, we'll help you learn about our garden ranges. And, if you're someone who just loves what we do but doesn't know where to start, we'll help you find the perfect role for you to grow into.
Accelerated Development Talent Programmes
Whatever goal you're working to at B&Q, we want to help you get there. We do this by designing a number of programmes which help you to practice your skills and learn new ones, gain valuable experiences, learn from others and jump on opportunities that are right for you. From leaders taking their first steps into management to those simply looking for a new challenge, we're there to make sure you achieve your ambitions.
Induction
At B&Q, we want every new colleague to understand our values, our customers, and how we work together to achieve our purpose. That’s why we’ve designed an induction programme that’ll give you real insight into our business, our culture and help you feel included from day one. For your first few weeks on the job you’ll work with your team and line manager, mixing online learning with practical tasks, to grow your knowledge a little every day.
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store support office
Facilities
In B&Q house, you’ll enjoy an onsite gym, a subsidised Costa, a canteen and restaurant, prayer room, plus open plan and cosy work spaces, an outdoor picnic area, and bike sheds for those who cycle in.
Sustainability
B&Q House has a biomass boiler, solar panels and a rainwater harvesting system. Our building also makes use of upcycled and recycled furniture and fittings, and features natural ventilation, heat retention and CO2 management, all via our very own weather station on the roof.
Ready to apply?
Step 1:
Apply via bandqcareers.com
Step 2:
We'll contact you for a phone interview
Step 3:
We’ll carry out a face to face or online interview (and we may request a 2nd interview if the role you're applying for is more complex).
Step 4:
We’ll contact you with feedback, and maybe even a job offer.
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