Category Manager

Category Manager - Impulse

Hybrid (Chertsey or London -based) Competitive Salary + Bonus Private Medical Free Meals Career Development

Join one of the UK's leading food procurement organisations and help shape the future of the Impulse category.

At Foodbuy, we manage over £2bn in spend annually, working with the biggest names in foodservice and hospitality to deliver best-in-class procurement solutions. As part of Compass Group UK&I, our impact spans the public and private sectors-and we're growing.

We're now hiring a Category Manager - Impulse to lead the strategic development and day-to-day management of a £20m category within our £270m Retail portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to take full ownership of a high-profile category and influence procurement strategy across a range of well-known clients.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Own and evolve the Impulse category strategy, delivering a 3-year growth plan aligned with wider business goals.

• Lead supplier relationships, from contract management to performance reviews, using data to drive improvement.

• Manage category range implementation across the UK & Ireland-ensuring excellence in supply chain compliance and commercial value.

• Drive volume growth and rebate delivery through collaboration with Strategic Sourcing and internal stakeholders.

• Lead and support a Category Buyer, fostering development and performance.

• Monitor and manage supplier service levels into distributors, ensuring high standards and business continuity.

• Keep your finger on the pulse with competitor intelligence, market insight, and trend analysis to identify growth opportunities.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience in category management or procurement, ideally within FMCG, retail, or foodservice.

• World-class negotiation skills and a strong commercial mindset.

• Excellent leadership and project management capabilities.

• Strong analytical ability and confidence in drawing insights from complex data sets.

• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels.

What's in It for You:

• Competitive salary + bonus scheme

• Private medical insurance

• Free meals on site

• Contributory pension scheme

• Career pathways and personalised development

• Digital GP & wellbeing support

• Discounts with major retailers, cinemas, travel brands & more

• Wellness sessions including mindfulness & exercise classes

• Perks you can share with friends and family

If you're a commercially driven category professional looking to take ownership of a strategic portfolio in a dynamic and data-led environment-we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and make your mark at the UK's leading group purchasing organisation.