BBF Limited
Blackburn, Lancashire
Full-time, Permanent
We are currently recruiting a Category Manager for our Blackburn site on a full-time, permanent basis.
The Category Manager is responsible for managing the strategic sourcing lifecycle, including supplier selection, contract and price negotiation, managing the tender process, and post-contract SRM and performance assessment via scorecards.
The role of a Category Manager at BBF Limited group
Category Management and strategic sourcing of materials as directed by the Senior Category Manager and Head of Procurement
Delivering best value purchasing: cost savings, quality, flexibility, governance, compliance, continuity of supply, and SRM
Ensure BBF has appropriate material and contract cover on allocated direct spends
Support the Senior Category Manager in all cost-saving opportunities, lead and manage value engineering projects
Lead by example to ensure BBF cultural values are embedded and maintained throughout the function
Oversee and negotiate contractual agreements across the Category spend
Drive engagement and develop relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation
Assess potential suppliers both technically and commercially
Identify process improvement opportunities and promote procurement best practices
Who We Are Looking For
Ideally qualified or working towards CIPS accreditation
Previous buying experience within bakery ingredients/commodities
Strong negotiation skills
Proven sourcing strategies
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs
What benefits do we offer?
Hybrid Working
Competitive salary
Pension
Death in Service/Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to Company Benefits Hub
Access to 'Company Shop' - a discounted re-distributor of surplus food and household products
Free access to the 'Headspace' App - wellbeing and meditation
Free on-site parking
Who are BBF Limited?
BBF Limited is one of the UK's leading ambient cake and chilled dessert manufacturers, supplying retailer own label, licensed, and branded cakes across the UK and European markets.
Our team develops and manufactures a wide range of high-quality ambient cakes, including celebration cakes, mini rolls, mince pies, fruit pies, and a variety of chilled desserts like cheesecakes, crumbles, and sponge cakes.
We are passionate about our products and committed to putting the customer at the heart of everything we do.
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