Category Manager
2 weeks ago
Foodbuy is a leading food procurement organisation based in the UK. With over £2bn of managed spend, we bring together the widest range of foodservice and hospitality clients on the planet to buy food, and everything associated with it. We work closely with our clients to deliver expert procurement services saving them both time and money and enabling them to focus on what really matters to their businesses.
- In this role you will own the end-to-end procurement process for your category
- You will be responsible for planning and executing Beers wine and spirits Procurement strategy and identifying value and commercial gains as well as unlocking contract renewals and new innovational business requirements
- The Category encompasses a broad spectrum of Brands and client requirements which are crucial for Foodbuy growth opportunities
- Implement best practice procurement processes and significantly improve operational stakeholder engagement whilst ensuring that the optimal balance between value for money, innovation, quality, service and cost savings is achieved for the Foodbuy Group and its clients
Key Responsibilities - Management and leading the end-to-end procurement process across all Compass and Foodbuy Group lead projects
Skills And Experience Required
Natural and articulate around management. Good listening skills. Can deliver and influence communication concisely and steer conversation to influence decisions needed.Strong decision maker, with a strong commercial acumen who is comfortable working under pressureProven ability to reduce cost against tough market backdropsEvidence of an ability to work cross-functionally Advanced computer skills including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.Analytical and methodical The ability to multi-task, remain calm under pressure and always maintain a strategic viewpointGenuine team playerInterest and keen to learn about sustainability and materials Customer and market focus - stays close to customers, suppliers & competitors to create market leadership for the business
Candidate Profile
Highly results oriented and analytical Confident presenter and able to work across different levels of seniorityExperience in the alcohol industry and procurement Strong negotiation skills and experience running sourcing eventsHas a grasp of the alcohol industry and the nuances of working with vendor brandsAbility to be strategic and see the bigger picture Proven capability to build and implement strategies, and lead complex large-scale projectsHas the technical skill combined with sufficient gravitas to be recognized as a subject matter expertCompetent with procurement systems, ideally having used these in current/previous employment
Benefits
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterRegular emails filled with the best discounts and savings availableReceive Wow Points every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesContributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
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