Food-to-Go Procurement Category Manager – 65k

Bramwith Consulting; London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Food & Beverages company is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to develop strategies for retail food spending. The role offers up to £65,000, a 20% bonus, and hybrid working arrangements, focusing on innovation, cost savings, and supplier relationships in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Professional development

Access to a network of global suppliers

Flexible hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Strong buying and procurement experience in Food & Beverages.
• Relevant roles include Buyer, Senior Buyer, Procurement Manager, or Category Manager.

Responsibilities

• Create category strategies and growth plans.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Manage performance, accounts, and contracts with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

Bramwith Consulting https://www.bramwithconsulting.com/

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

To apply, contact Oskar at [e-mail] with your CV.

Due to growth, a unique opportunity has arisen for an ambitious procurement professional to join a £multi-billion Food & Beverages / FMCG company expanding into new markets. They seek a Procurement Category Manager to develop and execute category strategies, focusing on retail food spend (e.g., confectionery, snacks, nuts, chocolate, healthy products, convenience foods). The role aims to deliver value, cost savings, sustainability, mitigate supply chain risks, and foster category growth and innovation.

This career-transforming opportunity offers professional development, access to a network of global suppliers, a dynamic environment, and leverage of the company's purchasing power.

Ideal candidates will have strong buying, procurement, or account management experience negotiating with major suppliers in food & beverages. Suitable backgrounds include Buyer, Senior Buyer, Procurement Manager, or Category Manager with relevant experience.

The company offers up to £65,000 + 20% bonus and operates a flexible hybrid working model from their Central London or Surrey offices.

Role Responsibilities:

• Create category strategies and growth plans by identifying market opportunities to enhance product offerings and margins.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders and suppliers to deliver cost savings and category innovations.
• Manage performance, accounts, and contracts with suppliers to maximize savings and client retention.

Required Experience:

• Commercial acumen and end-to-end procurement experience in Food & Beverages within retail, foodservice, hospitality, FMCG, wholesale, or contract catering.
• Experience in procurement, category management, or account management.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

If interested in broader category responsibilities within a leading food & beverage firm, submit your CV to Oskar at [e-mail].

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