Strategic Category Manager - Ingredients | Iconic FMCG

Bramwith Consulting; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Strategic Category Manager - Ingredients in London to drive procurement strategies for a market-leading FMCG company. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for sustainability. This hybrid role offers a salary of up to £70,000 plus a 10% bonus.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of procurement experience within food ingredients or related industries.
• Experience in risk management and stakeholder engagement.
• A proactive approach to innovation and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for end-to-end ingredients procurement.
• Develop category strategies and manage supply chain risks.
• Collaborate with NPD teams to bring new products to market.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Procurement experience

Stakeholder engagement

Innovation

Sustainability approaches

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Strategic Category Manager - Ingredients | Iconic FMCG, London

Client: Bramwith Consulting

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 1c0b2c740fb2

Job Views: 6

Posted: 13.08.2025

Expiry Date: 27.09.2025

Job Description:

Bramwith Consulting is seeking a Strategic Category Manager - Ingredients for a market-leading FMCG/Food business based in Central London (Hybrid). This role offers a salary of up to £70,000 plus a 10% bonus.

This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving multi-national company responsible for many loved food products across Europe. The role involves sourcing ingredients and agricultural commodities, driving innovation and sustainability, and shaping procurement strategies.

The successful candidate will be responsible for end-to-end ingredients procurement, developing category strategies, managing supply chain risks, and collaborating with NPD teams to bring new products to market. Building strong supplier relationships and driving value through supply chain synergies are key aspects of the role.

Requirements include at least 3 years of procurement experience within food ingredients, commodities, or related industries, strong negotiation skills, and experience in risk management and stakeholder engagement. A proactive, passionate approach to innovation and sustainability is essential.

Key words: Procurement Manager, Category Manager, Sourcing Manager, Senior Buyer, Ingredients, Food, FMCG, Agricultural Commodities, Central London, etc.