Category Buyer

1 week ago

Chertsey, Surrey, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

Location:
Chertsey / London (Hybrid)

Company:
Foodbuy UK&I (part of Compass Group UK&I)

Foodbuy Group is the UK's leading food procurement organisation, managing over
£2bn of spend
across food and non-food. As the UK's largest Group Purchasing Organisation, we partner with a wide range of foodservice and hospitality clients to deliver savings, innovation, and supply security — allowing them to focus on what really matters to their business.

Proudly part of
Compass Group UK&I
, a FTSE 100 company, Foodbuy's scale provides the opportunity to work with everything from major international brands to local suppliers. This creates an exciting environment for ambitious procurement professionals to build a career that makes a real difference.

We are now seeking a
Category Buyer
to join our
Supplies, Equipment & Services (SES)
team. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their procurement expertise while helping us deliver value and innovation to our clients.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Support the development and delivery of category strategies across SES, working closely with the Category Manager.
  • Negotiate and secure competitive supplier agreements to deliver savings and added value.
  • Manage supplier performance, ensuring commercial terms are delivered and compliance is maintained.
  • Support contract renewals, tenders, and procurement projects in line with Foodbuy's overall objectives.
  • Analyse spend and performance data to identify opportunities for efficiencies and cost reduction.
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver on client requirements.

What we're looking for
We're looking for a commercially minded, proactive Buyer with strong interpersonal skills. You'll bring:

  • Procurement or buying experience within indirect categories (SES experience a plus).
  • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
  • Analytical ability to manage data and make effective, evidence-based decisions.
  • Commercial acumen with a track record of delivering cost savings or added value.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Energy, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Why Foodbuy?
Joining Foodbuy Means Being Part Of a Business That

  • Offers growth and career development within a FTSE 100 organisation.
  • Works with a diverse supplier network, from global brands to local businesses.
  • Champions sustainability, innovation, and long-term value for clients.
  • Provides a collaborative environment where your ideas and drive can make a real impact.
  • We also offer excellent benefits including a bonus, pension and private healthcare
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