Procurement Category Manager: Foodservice Growth

Woods Foodservice Limited; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading foodservice company is seeking a proactive Commercial Procurement Category Manager to join their team in Uxbridge, United Kingdom. The successful candidate will develop and execute procurement strategies for various product categories, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience in the foodservice industry, along with strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. A commitment to supplier relationship management and team collaboration is essential. A competitive salary and benefits await the right candidate.

Benefits

Company car / Car Allowance

25 days holiday

Annual 10% Bonus

Company pension

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance

Sick pay

Work from home (1 day per week)

Qualifications

• Relevant post-secondary qualification required, preferably in a related field.
• Experience in procurement within the foodservice or FMCG industry.
• Strong analytical abilities with proficiency in data manipulation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for various product categories.
• Build strong supplier relationships and manage performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Commercial Acumen

Problem-solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

University degree in Supply Chain Management

CIPS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software

Job description

A market-leading foodservice company is seeking a proactive Commercial Procurement Category Manager to join their team in Uxbridge, United Kingdom. The successful candidate will develop and execute procurement strategies for various product categories, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience in the foodservice industry, along with strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. A commitment to supplier relationship management and team collaboration is essential. A competitive salary and benefits await the right candidate.