MCS Group is delighted to be working in partnership with one of Northern Irelands top FMCG companies, who are recruiting for a Category/Purchasing Manager to join their Procurement team based in Belfast. Want to join a local FMCG company, with strong growth plans? Come from a Strong Purchasing/Category Management background and want to make a real difference locally? What's in it for you; Salary up to 55K (dependant on experience) Enhanced holidays - 33 days! Flexible working hours Hybrid working option after competency Excellent progression opportunities as they grow the team in Belfast Work in newly renovated, stae of the art offices You will; Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand category needs and ensure effective service delivery. Lead sourcing and tendering activities in line with company goals, legislation, and sustainability standards. Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, overseeing performance, contracts, and dispute resolution. Drive procurement improvement initiatives for cost reduction, efficiency, and lead-time optimisation. Present strategies, market insights, and savings analyses to stakeholders. Promote lean practices to eliminate waste and boost efficiency. Conduct market intelligence, monitor trends, and manage supply chain risks with contingency planning. Assess current and potential suppliers to ensure quality, value, and reliability. Identify new markets, products, and processes to support innovation and sustainability. Champion sustainable and efficient solutions to reduce the companies carbon footprint. Full details will be discussed upon application. To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Alan Montgomery, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs All conversations will be treated in the strictest of confidence. Not all agencies are the same MCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google. Skills: Purchasing Manager Procurement Senior Buyer Category Manager