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Category Manager Raw Materials

Aberdeen Permanent £45,000 - £55,000 per year View Job Description
As a Category Manager Ingredients and packaging in Aberdeen, you'll play a key role in the FMCG industry by managing procurement and supply chain activities. Your work will ensure smooth operations, cost efficiency, and strong supplier relationships.
  • High career growth potential opportunity working with a friendly team
  • hybrid working, great team! competitive package

About Our Client

This role is with an established and growing business company operating in the FMCG industry and would be suited to a Category Manager with Food/Drinks/Ingredients/packaging experience.

Job Description

  • Develop and implement category strategies to meet business goals.
  • Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
  • Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings or innovation.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement activities with business needs.
  • Analyse spend data and report on key performance metrics.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and legal requirements.
  • Lead supplier performance reviews to maintain high standards.
  • Support the development of sustainable sourcing practices.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Category Manager should have:

  • Experience in the delivery of Category/Commodity Management strategy for raw materials, ingredients and/or packaging within the FMCG/Food/Drinks/Chemicals industry.
  • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
  • Knowledge of category management principles and market analysis.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • An analytical mindset with attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with procurement software and tools

What's on Offer

  • Salary ranging from £45,000 to £60,000, dependent on the level of experience.
  • Company Benefits package
  • Permanent role based in Aberdeen.



If you're interested in this role, apply now.

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Contact
Lindsay MacLeod
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7117840
Phone number
+441413317912

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Indirect Procurement
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Where
Aberdeen
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lindsay MacLeod
Consultant phone
+441413317912
Job reference
JN-102026-7117840