Senior Category Manager Food

Bramwith Consulting; Greater London; Remote; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services firm is seeking a Senior Category Manager with extensive experience in Buying and Category Management. The role offers a clear progression to Head of Procurement within two years and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This position is remote with travel requirements.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Over 7/8 years of experience in Buying/Category Management within Food.
• Beneficial experience in the retail industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead a sourcing strategy across UK&I, covering technical and quality requirements.
• Manage a team of 3 experienced Category Managers.
• Identify sustainable, long-term savings opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation

Sourcing

Category Management

Multicultural Communication

Education

CIPS/ISM or equivalent qualification

Job description

Procurement – Senior Category Manager Food (progression to Head of Procurement within 2 years) – LEADING FOOD SERVICES FIRM - £85,000 + Bonus + Benefits – REMOTE WITH TRAVEL

With over 150,000 employees spanning 5 continents, this prestigious Fortune 100 Blue Chip firm is a leader in the Food Services sector. Due to aggressive expansion plans towards 2025, the company is seeking a highly experienced sourcing & category management specialist to join its Procurement Leadership Team within the Food category.

Reporting to the Head of Procurement (Food), the successful candidate will:

1. Lead a sourcing strategy across UK&I, covering technical and quality requirements for the service line.
2. Design and implement category strategies to improve regional commercial performance, ensure compliance, and mitigate risks.
3. Build a strong network within Supply Management at regional and global levels.
4. Enhance profitability by optimizing agreements and aligning with global standards.
5. Manage a team of 3 experienced Category Managers.
6. Identify sustainable, long-term savings opportunities through strategic initiatives.
7. Create compelling business cases for change in collaboration with the Procurement Leadership Team.
8. Work closely with and learn directly from the Head of Procurement, with a clear progression plan for the successful candidate.

Minimum requirements include:

1. Over 7/8 years of experience in Buying/Category Management within Food.
2. Beneficial experience in the retail industry.
3. Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and matrix environment.
4. Proven track record in complex contract negotiations.
5. Graduate caliber with CIPS/ISM or equivalent qualification preferred.

This multinational FTSE 100 firm is known for developing internal talent, offering rapid personal growth opportunities. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to add significant value in a top-tier function.

To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail]