At Müller, we're proud to make great products that are loved by millions. To help us continue delivering quality, value and innovation across our supply chain, we're looking for a Category Manager to join our Procurement team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a defined area of spend, develop robust category strategies and work closely with stakeholders across our business to deliver long-term value.
Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement
* Ensure continuity of supply and adherence to quality standards.
* Build strong working relationships with Business Units, providing insight, challenge and clear recommendations.
* Support budget planning and forecasting with accurate and timely category data.
* Present market insights to enable effective decision-making and operational planning.
* Represent Group Procurement Packaging in BU meetings and support decision making.
* Act as an escalation point for supply or quality challenges.
Category Strategy & Spend Management
* Analyse procurement markets to identify risks, opportunities and strategic priorities.
* Lead tenders, cost analysis and negotiation activity to secure the best commercial outcomes.
* Develop and implement category strategies aligned with both Business Units and Group functions.
* Support new product launches by ensuring the right suppliers, contracts and materials are in place.
* Ensure compliance with procurement policies and processes.
* Manage categories with an annual spend of approximately €50 million.
* Support other Group Category Managers in projects in the UK as required.
Supplier Relationship Management
* Identify, evaluate and qualify suppliers with relevant internal partners.
* Drive supplier performance through proactive management and structured performance reviews.
* Lead contract creation and management, ensuring clear KPIs and service levels.
* Support continuous improvement through the Balanced Supplier Scorecard and supplier development initiatives.
Continuous Improvement & Value Creation
* Use category expertise to identify innovation and improvement opportunities.
* Deliver measurable value creation through market intelligence and supplier collaboration.
* Support process and system improvements across the Procurement function.
You’ll be part of a Procurement team that plays a key role in shaping how Müller sources materials, services and innovation across the Group. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for development and the chance to make a real impact on the performance of a business that millions of households rely on every day.
Qualifications
* Master's degree or equivalent experience.
* Strong understanding of procurement processes and category management principles.
* Experience managing medium-scale spend profiles within a complex organisation.
* Ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders and present with confidence.
* Strong analytical skills with a strategic, solutions-focused mindset.
* Fluent in English.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Bonus scheme
* Company car
* Contributory pension plan
* Life assurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Generous annual leave increasing with service.
* Flexible benefits programme
* In addition, our employees have access to a Rewards Benefits Programme, giving you a range of discounts across 800 retailers online and in store.
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