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COLD BEVERAGES CATEGORY MANAGER | FORTUNE 500 FIRM | BEVERAGE PROCUREMENT | SALARY £55k | SURREY | HYBRID

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Oskar - [email protected]

This Fortune 500 foodservice firm are seeking a Soft Drinks Category Development Manager to join their elite £Multi-Billion procurement function in order facilitate the growth, implementation and execution of the Cold Beverages category strategy.

The Category Development Manager position is a very progressive role and a great next career step for a Senior Buyer, Purchasing Manager or Category Manager who is seeking greater accountabilities to drive category strategies, develop the product range, attract new suppliers, negotiate, and deliver cost-savings. Within this role you will gain exposure to a diverse range of beverage suppliers and clientele which includes; supermarkets, offices, schools, hospitals, factories, major sports events and the hospitality industry.

Beverage Category Manager Accountabilities:

• Accountable for the management of beverage category (circa £30m spend), defining and implementing the category strategy, collaborating with key stakeholders and supporting the head of retail in delivering £270m spend.
• Accountable for managing the category pipeline which entails both identifying and executing opportunities to improve business activity and spend.
• Collaborate, develop & maintain prosperous supplier relationships which promote innovation and category development - ensuring contract negotiations maximise commercial metrics.
• End to end category management - Supplier contract management, range management and continuous improvement of processes.

Experience Required:

• Strong understanding of the Cold Drinks Market and knowledge of the brands associated.
• Previous experience within a procurement management role and a proven track record in managing a category.
• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills.
• Experience within the procurement and the capability to deliver category strategies which deliver on supplier cost savings.
• A self-starter who is delivery, achievement and customer focussed with both a propensity to exceed expectations and the ability to thrive independently with a high degree of professionalism and integrity.
• A confident leader, communicator, influencer, negotiator & relationship builder. A professional who is detail orientated by nature and possesses the ability to problem solve.
• Degree level or equivalent. MCIPS or CIPS is preferential.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Oskar - [email protected]

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