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Job Description
Category Manager – Impulse
Hybrid (Chertsey or London -based) | Competitive Salary + Bonus | Private Medical | Free Meals | Career Development
Join one of the UK’s leading food procurement organisations and help shape the future of the Impulse category.
At Foodbuy, we manage over £2bn in spend annually, working with the biggest names in foodservice and hospitality to deliver best-in-class procurement solutions. As part of Compass Group UK&I, our impact spans the public and private sectors—and we’re growing.
We’re now hiring a Category Manager – Impulse to lead the strategic development and day-to-day management of a £20m category within our £270m Retail portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to take full ownership of a high-profile category and influence procurement strategy across a range of well-known clients.
What You'll Be Doing
* Own and evolve the Impulse category strategy, delivering a 3-year growth plan aligned with wider business goals.
* Lead supplier relationships, from contract management to performance reviews, using data to drive improvement.
* Manage category range implementation across the UK & Ireland—ensuring excellence in supply chain compliance and commercial value.
* Drive volume growth and rebate delivery through collaboration with Strategic Sourcing and internal stakeholders.
* Lead and support a Category Buyer, fostering development and performance.
* Monitor and manage supplier service levels into distributors, ensuring high standards and business continuity.
* Keep your finger on the pulse with competitor intelligence, market insight, and trend analysis to identify growth opportunities.
What You’ll Bring
* Proven experience in category management or procurement, ideally within FMCG, retail, or foodservice.
* World-class negotiation skills and a strong commercial mindset.
* Excellent leadership and project management capabilities.
* Strong analytical ability and confidence in drawing insights from complex data sets.
* A collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels.
What’s In It For You
* Competitive salary + bonus scheme
* Private medical insurance
* Free meals on site
* Contributory pension scheme
* Career pathways and personalised development
* Digital GP & wellbeing support
* Discounts with major retailers, cinemas, travel brands & more
* Wellness sessions including mindfulness & exercise classes
* Perks you can share with friends and family
If you're a commercially driven category professional looking to take ownership of a strategic portfolio in a dynamic and data-led environment—we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and make your mark at the UK’s leading group purchasing organisation.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Marketing and Sales
* Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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