Category Material Operations Lead

Nomad Foods; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Category Material Operations Lead to drive material planning for various categories. This exciting role involves collaborating with procurement and R&D, managing inventory levels, and ensuring material availability across international markets. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and fosters a supportive culture, empowering you to make a significant impact in the food and beverage industry. With opportunities for career progression and a commitment to personal growth, this position is perfect for someone looking to advance their career while contributing to a leading organization.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive culture

Ambitious employer with recognized brands

Qualifications

• Proven experience in materials/supply planning within FMCG industry.
• Understanding of working across international markets.

Responsibilities

• Owning overall category materials planning across the Nomad Foods network.
• Managing materials inventory levels and building strong relationships.

Skills

Materials Planning

Supply Planning

Strong Analysis Skills

Cross-Functional Project Delivery

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Nomad Foods

Category Material Operation Leader

Location: Woking – Hybrid (3 days in the office)

Salary: Competitive, up to 25% bonus, and excellent benefits package

We have an excellent opportunity for you to grow your career and make a difference at Nomad Foods! Join us as the Category Material Operation Leader.

About the role…

This key role involves long-term material planning for a specific category in Nomad Foods (Fish, Meat, Veg, or Packaging), developing and defining material processes, and leading planning execution aligned with business targets (service, cost, inventory).

1. Owning overall category materials planning across the Nomad Food network.
2. Managing materials inventory levels.
3. Building strong relationships across our clusters.
4. Maximising materials capabilities and ensuring availability.
5. Collaborating with procurement and R&D to define key savings projects.

About you…

We seek someone with experience in materials planning; supply planning experience is also considered depending on SKU volume.

1. Proven experience in Materials/Supply planning within FMCG industry.
2. Understanding of working across international markets.
3. Experience in cross-functional project delivery.
4. SAP experience is highly desirable.
5. Strong analysis and reporting skills are essential.

What we offer…

• An ambitious employer with recognized brands and growth potential.
• A supportive culture encouraging making a difference.
• Opportunities for career progression within Nomad Foods Group.

We are committed to empowering our employees and promoting personal growth while meeting business needs.

Who we are…

Headquartered in the UK, Nomad Foods is Europe's leading frozen food company with €2.9 billion in revenue and operations in 22 markets. Our iconic brands include Birds Eye, Findus, iglo, Ledo, and Frikom. Guided by our Purpose - Serving the World with Better Food - we aim to positively impact Performance, People, and the Planet.

We value diversity and foster an inclusive culture where teamwork leads to achievement.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Manufacturing
• Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing