Catering Category Manager

Category Manager - BradfordUp to 38,000 Private Medical Pension Life Assurance 30 days'' holiday including bank holidays Onsite parkingWe''re looking for a commercially driven Category Manager with proven experience in the catering/foodservice industry to join a successful, multinational business.This is a key role with responsibility for category strategy, supplier relationships and delivering sales, margin and profit growth.Key responsibilitiesDevelop and deliver category strategies, ranges, pricing and promotional plans.Lead supplier negotiations to maximise commercial income, funding, margins and profitability.Build strong supplier relationships and deliver Joint Business Plans.Analyse market trends and performance to identify commercial opportunities.Work with internal teams to improve product availability and customer value.What we''re looking forProven experience within the catering/foodservice industry, ideally in category management, buying or a commercial role.Strong commercial skills and a track record of successful negotiations, influencing suppliers and delivering profitable outcomes.Excellent understanding of pricing, margins, sales and supplier funding.Strong analytical, relationship-building and influencing skills.A proactive, results-driven approach with the confidence to challenge and secure the best commercial deals.The opportunityJoin an established, growing international business where you''ll have genuine commercial ownership, influence key supplier ..... full job details .....