Category Manager - Restaurant Indirects & Procurement

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC); Old Woking; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned food service company is seeking a Procurement Manager responsible for leading procurement activities for its brands across the Pan European Region. The role involves ensuring supplier performance, risk mitigation, and strategic project management. Candidates should have experience in food service or retail, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to analyze data for decision-making. The position offers hybrid working, pension contributions, bonuses, healthcare, and discounts on products.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Up to 11% company pension contributions

25 days' holiday

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

25% off products

Qualifications

• Experience in a food service, FMCG, or retail environment preferred.
• Track record of consistent execution and delivery.
• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities across the Pan European Region.
• Maintain and optimize supplier relationships.
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives and manage tendering processes.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Project management

Teamwork

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

A renowned food service company is seeking a Procurement Manager responsible for leading procurement activities for its brands across the Pan European Region. The role involves ensuring supplier performance, risk mitigation, and strategic project management. Candidates should have experience in food service or retail, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to analyze data for decision-making. The position offers hybrid working, pension contributions, bonuses, healthcare, and discounts on products.