Category Manager – Food – Household Brand – £70,000 + Comprehensive Package – Remote (with travel)
A unique opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK’s largest and most recognisable household brands as a Category Manager – Food. Due to consistent growth and investment in their procurement function, this leading organisation is seeking a talented individual to drive strategic sourcing initiatives across a diverse and fast-moving food portfolio.
As Category Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies, managing high-value food tenders, and delivering measurable value through cost savings, risk mitigation, and innovation across the supply chain.
This is a career-defining opportunity offering excellent scope for progression and exposure to a global supplier network within a dynamic and collaborative working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of category and sourcing strategies across food and beverage spend.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure best-in-class procurement delivery.
- Identify market opportunities and anticipate supply chain risks to maintain the company’s market-leading performance.
- Mentor and support junior team members to ensure sourcing strategies align with business goals.
- Monitor commodity markets, assess risks, and collaborate with suppliers to develop mitigation plans.
- Ensure full compliance with sustainable sourcing practices, frameworks, and contracts.
Key Requirements:
- Proven end-to-end procurement experience within the food category.
- Strong strategic sourcing or category management background.
- Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
- Demonstrated success in delivering cost savings in a dynamic, fast-moving market.
- Ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders and suppliers.
If you’re an experienced and ambitious procurement professional looking for broader category ownership and exposure to a high-impact food portfolio, this is an excellent next step in your career.
To apply or learn more, please send your CV to: g.sivarajah@bramwithconsulting.co.uk
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