Category Buyer – Commodity Ingredients

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading branded food group is seeking a Category Buyer to manage commodity ingredients and drive procurement strategies. With a strong background in supplier management and negotiation within the food sector, you will play a crucial role in their expanded growth phase. This opportunity offers a dynamic environment and the chance to contribute significantly to the company's success.

Qualifications

• Previous procurement experience in sourcing and commodities within a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Manage a category of commodity ingredients.
• Identify risks and opportunities, recommend CRM plans.
• Source new suppliers and collaborate with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Procurement

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Category Buyer – Commodity Ingredients

Great opportunity for a Category Buyer to join a leading branded food group in its sector.

We are working with a food business that is a leader in its sector, supplying to major retailers for decades. They are currently experiencing a period of growth, making this an excellent time to join their procurement team.

The role involves managing a category of commodity ingredients, identifying risks and opportunities, recommending CRM plans, sourcing new suppliers, and collaborating with internal stakeholders.

Requirements include previous procurement experience in sourcing and commodities within a food manufacturing environment, strong supplier management and negotiation skills, and proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

To apply, please send your details today.