Category Buyer

Acu-IT.net; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in the UK is seeking a Category Buyer to join their Procurement team. The successful candidate will manage complex spending areas and develop category strategies in collaboration with key stakeholders. This full-time, permanent role requires strong analytical and negotiation skills, along with experience in procurement. The position offers a competitive salary along with numerous benefits, including private medical healthcare and a contributory pension plan.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus scheme

Private medical healthcare

Contributory pension plan

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave increasing with service

Flexible benefits programme

Rewards Benefits Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement or category management, preferably in FMCG.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to maintain supply and quality standards.
• Lead tenders and negotiations for best commercial outcomes.
• Manage supplier relationships and KPIs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

SAP

Job description

Who We Are

We’re Mller UK & Ireland, a family‑run dairy business and experts at what we do. Dairy is a key part of a healthy and balanced diet, and we’re super proud to help meet the nutritional needs of millions of people, every, single, day. To do this, our business is split into two areas: Mller Milk & Ingredients (MMI) and Mller Yogurt & Desserts (MYD).

We’re here to talk MYD, the one aiming to put a smile on the nation’s face. We’re all about Deep breath Mller Corner, Mller Light, Mller Bliss, Mller Rice, Mller FRijj, Mller X MyProtein and Biotiful Gut Health.

We know that sounds like a lot, but that’s why we need you! We’re looking for a team of fridge‑fillers and self‑stars to help us on our mission to put a smile on the nation's face. Join a team of fridge‑fillers and self‑stars just doing their bit for the bigger picture.

Why Mller?

Yogurts and desserts flow through everything at Mller – from farm to factory to fridge. The true impact comes from our people, in each and every corner of the business, working hard and as a team to put smiles on faces everywhere, making each day delicious for our shoppers. And, as the UK’s most popular dairy brand, we’re always striving to make a real difference for our planet, our partners, and our people, putting sustainability at the heart of everything we do.

Did you know that 29 Mller yogurts and desserts are eaten every second? And that’s just the start, with ambitious plans to grow, while continuing to make a real difference for the planet, our partners and people. We’re looking for a team of fridge‑fillers and self‑stars to help us on our mission to put a smile on the nation's face.

Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement Services (Marketing, HR and Corporate Services)

Location

Market Drayton or Telford

Working Pattern

3 days office / 2 days remote

Full‑time, Permanent Role

We’re looking for a Category Buyer to join our Procurement team to manage an area of spend of high complexity; creating robust spend category strategies; active business partnering with key stakeholders and ensuring relevant contract compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with stakeholders to maintain supply and quality standards.
• Support the creation and implementation of category strategies for key spend areas aligned with the Business Units and Group service functions, in close alignment with the Group Category Lead.
• Lead tenders and negotiations to secure best commercial outcomes.
• Manage supplier relationships, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records, contracts, and purchase orders in SAP.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe and analyse procurement markets to identify opportunities.
• Execute tenders and create negotiation plans to challenge the supply base.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and spend rules.
• Identify and deliver value‑creation initiatives using market intelligence.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with a proactive mindset.
• Experience in procurement or category management (FMCG preferred).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

What You’ll Receive

In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer our employees numerous benefits as part of your employment, including:

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus scheme
• Private medical healthcare
• Contributory pension plan
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous annual leave increasing with service.
• Flexible benefits programme
• In addition, our employees have access to a Rewards Benefits Programme, giving you a range of discounts across 800 retailers online and in store.

Ready to make a real impact?

Apply now and help us shape the future of dairy.

Contact Details

F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Mller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ