Food Category Manager

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom ArtFarm Full time
Food Category Manager - Strategic Growth

About Artfarm

Artfarm is a pioneering business that has redefined the expectations of what a hotel or restaurant can be. Our unique ethos has empowered a team of like-minded individuals who share the same passions and ambitions as our founders, Iwan and Manuela Wirth.

The Artfarm team is situated in either Somerset or London, with many team members working remotely from the office, which serves as a hub for key meetings.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Food Category Manager to drive the strategy, development, and performance of our food product categories. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of consumer trends, supplier management, and category optimization to ensure profitability and market competitiveness. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement category strategies to drive growth, market share, and profitability.
  • Identify and evaluate market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive activity to inform category decisions.
  • Define and manage the product assortment, ensuring it meets customer needs and aligns with company objectives.

What Success Looks Like

  1. Category Strategy & Development:
  • Develop and implement category strategies to drive growth, market share, and profitability.
  • Identify and evaluate market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive activity to inform category decisions.
  • Define and manage the product assortment, ensuring it meets customer needs and aligns with company objectives.
Supplier Management:
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms, pricing, and contracts to secure the best value.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews with suppliers to ensure compliance with quality, delivery, and service standards.
  • Identify new suppliers and products that can enhance the category portfolio.
Product Management:
  • Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of products within the category, from sourcing and development to launch and discontinuation.
  • Collaborate with the product development team to innovate and introduce new products that meet market demand.
  • Ensure products meet all regulatory requirements and quality standards.
Financial Management:
  • Analyze category performance metrics, including sales, margins, and inventory levels, to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Implement pricing strategies that balance competitiveness with profitability.
Inventory & Supply Chain Management:
  • Collaborate with the Procurement team and the Head of Sustainability to optimize logistics across the group, ensuring the provision meets operational needs at the lowest possible cost and environmental impact.
  • Monitor stock levels, ensuring timely replenishment and minimizing out-of-stock situations.
System & Technology Integration:
  • Utilize Adaco for effective category management, including inventory control, procurement, and supplier management.
  • Ensure the system is fully integrated with operational processes to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
Collaboration with Executive Chefs:
  • Work closely with Executive Chefs to understand menu requirements, forecast demand, margin, and ensure product availability.
  • Collaborate on product development initiatives to align with culinary innovation and customer preferences.
  • Support chefs in good margin practices and reporting on group food margins.

At Artfarm, we believe that our team members should have fun, varied, and challenging experiences. As well as fulfilling the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description, we know that roles can evolve throughout their lifetime, giving our people the chance to play to their strengths.

What Makes a Brilliant Food Category Manager?

  • Proven experience in category management, procurement, or a similar role within the food industry.
  • Strong understanding of consumer trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes in the food sector.
  • Proven experience in supplier negotiation and relationship management.
  • Experience working with Adaco or similar systems is highly desirable.
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel; experience with category management software is a plus.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
  • Take ownership of your personal development within your role and attend training where required.
  • Be an Artfarm ambassador

Be yourself That's who we're hiring. Our culture celebrates and supports the differences that make each of us unique.

We've got some core values that run through everything that we do, we'd love it if these values resonate with you too Sustainability is at the heart of Artfarm and every one of the team has a role to play in protecting our planet.

What's in it for you?

Competitive pay plus opportunity to grow

25 days plus bank holidays

Health benefit - health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Local discounts and incentives

Savings at thousands of retailers via our online discounts portal

Optional pension plan

Life Assurance

Cycle to work & electirc car scheme

Training and development opportunities

Want to join the family? Apply today

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