Category Procurement Manager – Commodity Ingredients

JR United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food sector is seeking a dynamic Category Procurement Manager to lead their procurement function. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work with a growing business that supplies major retailers and is recognized as a category leader. You will leverage your expertise in sourcing and commodities, manage a team, and build long-term supplier relationships. If you have a passion for procurement and a strong understanding of global supply chains, this position could be your next career milestone.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in sourcing and commodity markets in the food industry.
• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage two direct reports and oversee the CRM plan for procurement.
• Identify and evaluate best-in-class suppliers for strategic partnerships.

Skills

Supplier Management

Negotiation Skills

Understanding of Incoterms

Sourcing Experience

Commodity Markets Knowledge

People Management

Tools

CRM Systems

Job description

Category Procurement Manager – Commodity Ingredients

West Midlands

Great Category Procurement Manager opportunity to join one of the leading branded food groups in its sector.

Focus are delighted to be working with a food business in growth. Supplying into major retailers they are considered to be category leaders. They are looking to grow their procurement function which makes this is a great career opportunity.

The are looking for an experienced Category Procurement Manager with experience in commodities and ingredients gained in the food industry. You’ll own the CRM plan and the movement of PPV v Budget for your area, inputting into the annual budget process and identifying risks and opportunities. You’ll manage two direct reports and identify, evaluate, and select best in class suppliers whilst building long-term strategic partnerships.

You will need at least five years’ experience in sourcing and commodity markets gained in the food manufacturing arena. You’ll have strong supplier management experience; a high level of understanding of Incoterms and first-class negotiation skills. People management experience is essential along with a strong understanding of global supply chains.

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