Procurement Category Manager - Manchester

Muller Dairy; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Müller Dairy is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead category strategies for Energy, Gas, Water Services, and Chemicals. This hybrid role involves managing complex spend areas, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders. Join a leading dairy organization known for its commitment to quality and sustainability.

Benefits

Up to 15% annual bonus

Life Assurance

Car Allowance

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced family leave

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as a Category Manager.
• Strong communication, data analysis, presentation, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement category strategies aligned with Business Units and Group functions.
• Develop and implement supplier relationship strategies to meet KPIs.
• Support new product launches and strategic projects.

Skills

Communication

Data Analysis

Presentation

Project Management

Job description

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, which employs over 31,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from 1,300 farmers in Britain.

Müller is ranked within the top 20 in The Grocer's Top 100 list of Britain's Biggest Brands and is picked from shelves millions of times each year. Müller UK & Ireland includes:

• Müller Milk & Ingredients: Aims to be Britain's private label dairy leader, producing branded and private label fresh milk, cream, butter, and ingredients. It has a network of dairies and depots servicing customers nationwide.
• Müller Yogurt & Desserts: The UK's leading yogurt manufacturer, responsible for brands like Müller Corner, Müllerlight, Müller Bliss, Müller Rice, FRijj, and Müller Kefir Smoothie. It also produces chilled desserts under license from Mondelez International and supplies the private label yogurt market from a state-of-the-art facility.

Procurement Category Manager

Full-time / Permanent

Hybrid Working

We are recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager (Energy, Gas, Water Services, Chemicals, Co-Packing & Capex) to manage a complex spend area, create robust category strategies, and actively partner with key stakeholders. This role can be based in Market Drayton, Telford, Droitwich, or Manchester.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and implement category strategies aligned with Business Units and Group functions.
• Ensure procurement policies, processes, and compliance rules are followed.
• Support new product launches and strategic projects.

Stakeholder Management

• Present recommendations and insights to stakeholders for effective decision-making.

Supplier Management

• Develop and implement supplier relationship strategies to meet KPIs and add value.

Subject Matter Expertise

• Experience in Utilities procurement or similar data-driven categories, with understanding of cost drivers and stakeholder collaboration.
• Proven project management skills and ability to drive sourcing events.

Continuous Improvement

• Conduct reviews and develop action plans for efficiency.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years as a Category Manager.
• Experience in Energy, Gas, Water, Chemicals, Co-Packing, or Capex is desirable.
• Strong communication, data analysis, presentation, and project management skills.
• Ability to lead projects and turn strategies into actions.

Benefits:

• Up to 15% annual bonus
• Life Assurance, Car Allowance, Private Medical Insurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, enhanced family leave, pension scheme, employee discounts

The Process:

Apply via www.mullercareers.co.uk. For inquiries, contact UK Recruitment at Müller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ.

In Short

• Industry: Retail, Buying & Merchandising
• Founded: 1947
• Location: Worldwide
• Company size: 5000+

About Us

Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller is a private dairy, deli, and services company founded in 1896, employing over 31,000 across 19 sites in Europe. Our purpose is to add taste to life. Today, Müller is a leading dairy brand in the UK, sourcing milk from 1,300 farmers.

Why Join Us?

Join a family-oriented organization with a rich history and bright future. We foster a team spirit and a culture that values individuals, offering opportunities to grow and achieve your ambitions in a dynamic environment.

Our Locations

From Glasgow to Bridgwater, with depots and dairies nationwide, including our headquarters in Market Drayton and a Shared Service Centre in Telford, opportunities are available across the UK.