Company: Bramwith Consulting
Location: London
Job Description:
Overview
In this role you lead end-to-end category initiatives for Directs in the UK and Ireland, with international exposure across Europe. You will shape sourcing strategies, drive supplier negotiations and contracts, and deliver measurable commercial value. You collaborate with senior stakeholders to influence procurement strategy and contribute to broader transformation and sustainability efforts. This is a high-impact role in a global food manufacturer offering diverse projects and international travel.
Pay / Benefits
- bonus
- flexible working
- travel opportunities
- competitive salary
- career development
- collaborative culture
Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end Directs category initiatives and shape sourcing strategies
- Lead supplier negotiations and contract management to deliver long-term value
- Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders to influence commercial decisions
- Contribute to procurement transformation, innovation, and sustainability initiatives
- Expand international experience across UK, Ireland, and Europe with travel opportunities
- Collaborate with a high-calibre procurement team on complex challenges
Key requirements
- Proven category management and strategic sourcing experience
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
- Knowledge of the food & beverage procurement market
- Stakeholder engagement and cross-functional influence capabilities
- Commercial awareness and financial acumen
- stakeholder engagement
- communication
- collaboration
- category management
- strategic sourcing
- supplier negotiations
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Posted: November 1st, 2026