Food Category Development Director : Leading Procurement Business : Hybrid : A GBP 110K + Benefits
My client is a leading procurement business who supply some of the most well known businesses in UK hospitality and Foodservice.
They are currently looking for a Food Category Development Director to join their team. The successful Food Category Development Director will lead the strategic development and commercial performance of all their food categories, owning end to end category strategy across core and specialist food categories, driving value for their clients through supplier partnerships, market intelligence, and innovative procurement strategies.
This is the perfect opportunity for a high performing Category Development Director or Procurement Director to join a leading business who can match their ambition and offer great exposure and genuine opportunities.
Responsibilities
* Develop and execute the category strategy across all food categories.
* Lead supplier sourcing, negotiation, and contract management to deliver best value and quality.
* Manage and develop a team of category managers and buyers.
* Build strategic supplier relationships and lead joint business planning.
* Use market insights and commodity analysis to inform pricing and procurement strategies.
* Collaborate with commercial and client teams to support client retention and growth.
* Identify cost-saving opportunities, product innovation, and supply chain efficiencies.
* Ensure compliance with food safety, sustainability, and ethical sourcing standards.
* Monitor category performance, margins, and KPIs.
The Ideal Food Category Development Director Candidate
* Senior level procurement experience within foodservice, hospitality, retail, or F and B distribution.
* Strong supplier negotiation and contract management skills.
* Proven experience managing multiple food categories.
* Leadership experience managing procurement/category teams.
* Commercially driven with strong financial acumen.
* Strong stakeholder management and client-facing experience.
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com /
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