Category Buyer

<p><strong>Category Buyer</strong></p> <p><strong>Location: Birmingham </strong></p> <p><strong>Highly Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package + Progression</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>About Us</strong></p> <p>Join<strong> 2 Sisters Food Group</strong>, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual that's eager to launch their procurement career. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories, including popular brands like Holland's pies. We are committed to delivering high-quality products to the British public and our retail and food service customers, including major retailers like Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>As a Category Buyer, you'll be part of a team focused on Indirect Procurement Categories in IT, HR, and Factory Services. Your typical day-to-day will include meeting with suppliers, supporting with contract negotiations & tenders, RFI's, and implementing supplier agreements.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Assist Manager/Head of Procurement in preparing RFI, RFQ, and ITT documents</li> <li>Source new Suppliers and Materials</li> <li>Implement Supplier Agreements</li> <li>Negotiate with Suppliers</li> <li>Implement Category Plans</li> </ul> <div> </div> <div> </div> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>Ideally you will have demonstrable experience in Procurement, and ideally some experience with supplier selection & negotiations, as well as tender management. We are looking for someone ambitious who is eager to learn as there are a range of high-profile projects to support, as well as the chance to join a business widely known for its internal progression & development opportunities.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Key Skills</strong></p> <ul> <li>Previous experience in a Procurement position as a Specialist, Coordinator, Assistant or otherwise. (2+ years)</li> <li>Ideally some knowledge of Indirect Procurement Categories, Supplier Negotiation, Contract Management & Tendering, with a desire to be client facing and visit & develop relationships with suppliers.</li> <li>Direct procurement also considered as skills are transferable.</li> <li>MCIPS Qualification / equivalent or working towards is beneficial but not essential.</li> </ul> <div> </div> <p>The role is based at our Head Office in Birmingham, with an expectation to be on-site 3 days per week.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li>33 Days' Holiday + Inclusive of Bank Holidays</li> <li>Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year</li> <li>Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family. (Giraffe World Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner and Burger & Cocktails</li> <li>Cycle2Work Scheme</li> </ul> <div> </div> <p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p> <p>As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasis promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.</p> <p> </p> <p>#HeadOffice</p>