Food Category Lead - UK and Ireland Procurement

Sodexo

Manchester

In loco

GBP 55.000 - 75.000

Tempo pieno

3 giorni fa

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Descrizione del lavoro

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Category Manager to lead category strategies across the UK & Ireland. You will drive savings, supplier performance, and sustainable value while managing supplier relationships and delivering sourcing strategies aligned with regional and global objectives.

Working with stakeholders in Supply Management, Finance, and global procurement, you will negotiate contracts, oversee a pipeline of initiatives, and ensure compliance with policies and food safety standards

Competenze

3-5 years' experience in Category Management, Procurement, or Strategic Buying.
Proven experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen.
Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing, and communication skills.
Experience working within a matrix or multinational organisation.
Degree educated and working towards CIPS, ISM, or equivalent qualification.
Food & Beverage procurement and category management experience.
Knowledge of food supply chains, supplier markets, product specifications, and food safety standards.
Experience across categories including grocery, dairy, fresh and frozen food, meat and poultry, bakery, soft drinks, and hot beverages.

Mansioni

Develop and implement category sourcing strategies for UK & Ireland.
Deliver cost savings and improved supplier performance.
Negotiate regional agreements and terms.
Manage supplier relationships and identify opportunities for improvement.
Lead a pipeline of category projects with timely delivery.
Collaborate with global procurement to align local strategies.
Drive responsible sourcing and sustainability across categories.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and due diligence.
Balance business and market requirements across the UK and ROI.
Build relationships with stakeholders to influence decisions and maximise value.