Category Management Lead

3 weeks ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom ZipRecruiter Full time

Are you a Supply Chain Professional looking for a new challenge? We have an exciting opportunity for a Category Management Lead to join our team at ZipRecruiter.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing strong supplier relationships and negotiating supplier contracts within the Food and Beverage industry.

Responsibilities:
  1. Develop and implement category management strategies to drive cost savings and improve supplier performance
  2. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure excellent service and value
  3. Analyse data to identify trends and areas for improvement
  4. Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of category plans
  5. Maintain accurate records and reports to track category performance
Requirements:
  1. Minimum of 3 years' experience in Purchasing and ideally Food and Beverage
  2. Category management experience – Food or Beverages
  3. Strong negotiator and the ability to communicate at all levels
  4. Excellent level of IT competence including Microsoft Windows Software such as Excel
  5. High level of numeracy and an analytical approach
  6. Strong financial and commercial acumen with attention to detail
  7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  8. Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  9. Able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
  10. Ability to organise and prioritise workload
  11. Ability to influence at a senior level

In return, you will receive:

  1. A competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
  2. 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) which increases with service
  3. Healthcare Scheme
  4. Pension Scheme
  5. Excellent Career progression

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