Category Manager

Chertsey, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Category Development Manager

Location:

Chertsey/London

Salary:

Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Company:

Foodbuy


Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement and a love for tea and coffee?

Foodbuy

, the UK's leading food procurement organisation, is looking for a

Category Development Manager

to take ownership of our

Hot Beverages category

, managing a spend of around

30 million

and shaping the future of retail procurement.


With over

2bn of managed spend

, Foodbuy partners with some of the biggest names in foodservice and hospitality, delivering expert procurement solutions that save time, money, and help our clients focus on what matters most.

What you'll do

Lead the Hot Beverages category

: Develop and deliver a 3-year category strategy and income growth plan.

Own supplier relationships

: Manage contracts, conduct quarterly reviews, and maximise commercial value.

Drive innovation and growth

: Identify opportunities to optimise quality, margins, and supply chain compliance.

Lead and inspire

: Provide guidance and development to a Category Buyer.

Deliver market leadership

: Use data and insights to stay ahead of competitors and create value for clients.

What we're looking for

Proven experience in

buying or procurement

, ideally with

tea or coffee

expertise. A

world-class negotiator

with strong commercial acumen. Skilled in

project management

, able to juggle multiple priorities. Analytical and data-driven, with the ability to turn insights into action. A natural leader who holds people accountable and drives results.

Why join Foodbuy?

Be part of a

dynamic, forward-thinking team

in a business that influences the entire foodservice industry. Work on

high-impact projects

with some of the biggest names in hospitality. Enjoy a culture that values

innovation, collaboration, and growth

.

Ready to brew up success?



Apply today and help us shape the future of Hot Beverages at Foodbuy



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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4527775
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Chertsey, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned