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Procurement Category Manager

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Procurement Category Manager 📍Midlands (Hybrid)
Up to ÂŁ65,000 plus bonus & benefits
Our Client Our client is a well-established multisite hospitality and leisure business, operating a large portfolio of locations across the UK. They have an experienced procurement function and this is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced, commercially focused environment with exposure across a broad range of categories.
The Role This is a broad procurement role with responsibility across Food, Drink and Non-Food categories. You'll combine strategic category management with hands-on procurement, working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver commercial value, support new product development and ensure a resilient supply chain.
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Responsibilities include
- Managing procurement across a broad portfolio of Food, Drink and Non-Food categories
- Leading supplier negotiations, tenders and contract management
- Building strong, long-term supplier relationships and monitoring supplier performance
- Working cross-functionally on NPD, new product sourcing and supply chain initiatives
- Identifying cost-saving opportunities while managing quality, availability and commercial risk
- Using market and commodity insights to support category strategies and commercial decisions
Required Experience
- Strong procurement experience, ideally with exposure to Food & Beverage categories
- Experience within hospitality, foodservice, retail or another multisite environment
- Strong commercial negotiation and supplier management skills
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing capabilities
- Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness


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