Strategic Category Buyer – FMCG

Muller UK & Ireland; Market Drayton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in the UK is seeking a Category Buyer for a full-time, permanent position. This role involves managing complex spend, creating category strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality. Candidates should possess strong analytical and negotiation skills, ideally with experience in procurement within FMCG. The position allows for a flexible working pattern, with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. Competitive salary and various benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus scheme

Private medical healthcare

Contributory pension plan

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave increasing with service

Flexible benefits programme

Rewards Benefits Programme with discounts across 800 retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement or category management, preferably in FMCG.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to maintain supply and quality standards.
• Execute tenders and create negotiation plans to challenge the supply base.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and spend rules.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Proactive mindset

Tools

SAP

Job description

A leading dairy company in the UK is seeking a Category Buyer for a full-time, permanent position. This role involves managing complex spend, creating category strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality. Candidates should possess strong analytical and negotiation skills, ideally with experience in procurement within FMCG. The position allows for a flexible working pattern, with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. Competitive salary and various benefits are included.