Strategic Procurement Category Manager – Hybrid

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC); Old Woking; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies. This role involves collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers, leading supplier negotiations, and driving sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in strategic procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and a passion for delivering cost savings. This is a hybrid role offering competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Benefits

Hybrid working from Woking RSC

Up to 11% company pension contributions

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare and mental health coaching

Study support and enhanced parental leave

25% off the chicken

Qualifications

• Strong experience in strategic procurement, category management, or supply chain.
• Proven experience in developing category strategies and managing end-to-end sourcing processes.
• Knowledge of ESG/sustainable procurement practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned categories aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead supplier negotiations, performance reviews, and relationship management initiatives.
• Drive sustainability initiatives within suppliers to reduce environmental impact.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial acumen

Teamwork

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, PMP)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

A leading fast-food company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies. This role involves collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers, leading supplier negotiations, and driving sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in strategic procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and a passion for delivering cost savings. This is a hybrid role offering competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within the organization.