Are you a Procurement professional with experience across Hospitality, Manufacturing or Food categories? We're working with a leading business in the sector seeking a Procurement and Category professional to support their UK & European operations.
This role will suit someone commercially astute, a strong negotiator, and comfortable managing suppliers across multiple categories. You'll be working closely with cross-functional teams to drive cost efficiencies, innovation, and excellent supplier relationships.
What you'll be doing:
* Developing and implementing supply base strategies aligned with business goals.
* Managing supplier relationships across UK & Europe, ensuring commercials and opportunities are delivered.
* Negotiating contracts and supplier terms.
* Identifying cost savings and efficiencies, and reporting progress to senior stakeholders.
* Collaborating with Product Development and Supply Chain teams to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions.
* Overseeing supplier onboarding, category reporting, and category action plans.
* Monitoring market trends, risks, and opportunities, and taking proactive action.
* Supporting supply chain to ensure supplier agreements drive strong product availability and customer service.
What we're looking for:
* Experienced Procurement professional
* Strong knowledge of UK and/or European supply markets.
* Skilled negotiator with proven ability to manage supplier contracts and long-term partnerships.
* Comfortable handling multiple categories simultaneously.
* Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
* Degree level education preferred; MCIPS (or equivalent) advantageous.
* Flexibility to travel as required.
What's on offer:
* 25 days annual leave + your Birthday off
* Company bonus scheme
* Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days remote)
* Private medical insurance
* Flexible working hours
* Employee referral scheme
* Regular social events