Food-to-Go Procurement Category Manager - 65k

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverages firm is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to develop category strategies and manage supplier relationships. This role offers a salary up to £65,000 with a 20% bonus, flexible hybrid working, and significant career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working structure

Ample opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Strong procurement experience in Food & Beverages categories.
• Demonstrable experience in category management.
• Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Create category strategies and income growth plans.
• Develop relationships with suppliers to drive cost savings.
• Manage account and contracts with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Commercial Acumen

Strong Communication

Job description

Food-to-Go Procurement Category Manager - 65k, London

Client:

Bramwith Consulting

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

14.06.2025

Expiry Date:

29.07.2025

Job Description:

Food-to-Go Procurement Category Manager | Up to £65,000 + 20% Bonus & More | Central London / Surrey / Berkshire (Hybrid)

Join a multi-billion Food & Beverages / FMCG company experiencing hyper-growth. Develop and execute category strategies for retail food spend, including confectionery, snacks, nuts, chocolate, healthy products, and convenience foods. Drive value, cost savings, sustainability, mitigate supply chain risks, and foster category growth and innovation.

This role offers professional development opportunities, access to global suppliers, and a dynamic working environment leveraging extensive purchasing power.

Ideal candidates will have strong buying, procurement, or account management experience negotiating with major suppliers in food & beverages, and be ambitious professionals such as Buyers, Category Managers, or Account Managers with relevant industry experience.

The company offers up to £65,000 + 20% bonus with flexible hybrid working from Central London or Surrey offices.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Create category strategies and growth plans based on market opportunities.
2. Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and suppliers to achieve cost savings and drive innovation.
3. Manage performance, accounts, and contracts to maximize savings and client retention.

Required Experience:

1. Commercial acumen and direct procurement experience in Food & Beverages categories across relevant industries.
2. Experience in procurement, category management, or account management.
3. Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence stakeholders and suppliers.

Interested candidates should submit their CV to Oskar at [emailprotected].

Keywords:

category manager, procurement, food & beverages, FMCG, retail, wholesale, foodservice, contract catering, negotiation, stakeholder engagement, hybrid working, London.