Category Manager - Food

Category Manager – Food North London (2 days a week) Up to £50,000 This is a fantastic opportunity for a Buyer / Category Manager to join a leading retailer based within their North London office, with excellent hybrid options available. You will be responsible for delivering a commercially focused product ranges that meet both company and team targets, while maintaining a strategic business focus to ensure continued growth in the core grocery category. Building & maintaining strong relationships with large FMCG suppliers Sourcing suppliers & negotiating best cost prices Analysing sales figures to plan successful future lines Review levels of own brand stock & ensure adequate levels are available and minimise risk Presenting reports, figures and trend information to the Senior Management team Dealing and resolving escalated supplier queries Analyse market trends and competitor activity Working with own brand development team to ensure new products adhere to department business plans Key requirements for the role; Proven experience as Buyer / Junior Buyer / Buying Manager within a fast paced, FMCG environment preferably Food / Beverage / Non Food grocery Ability to influence and negotiate effectively Able to adapt swiftly in a fast paced, ever changing FMCG market. Good level of education, degree is preferable Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively at all levels Good working knowledge of budgets and managing conflicting projects Excellent understanding of all MS Office products including advanced Excel If this sounds like a good fit for you please apply today

Location: Wembley, GB

Posted Date: 5/1/2025