Senior Category Buyer

Senior Category Buyer Location: Shipley Salary: 50,000 Type: Permanent Travel: Some global travel required A forward-thinking machinery manufacturing business driving sustainability and innovation is looking to appoint a Senior Buyer to lead procurement activity for its latest programme. This is a high-impact role blending traditional category buying with strategic sourcing, project delivery, and cross-functional collaboration. Role Overview: Lead procurement for one of the company''s key categories Develop and deliver strategic sourcing and category plans Select, negotiate, and manage supplier contracts Support new product launches and retailer engagement Work closely with sales, product, marketing, and finance teams Ensure compliance with ethical sourcing, sustainability, and quality standards Key Responsibilities: Deliver cost savings, margin improvement, and commercial value Analyse market trends and buying behaviours Manage supplier performance and mitigate risk Drive process improvement using procurement best practices Support internal budget planning and forecasting Use data to track KPIs and support business cases Present procurement performance and plans to senior stakeholders What We''re Looking For: 5+ years'' experience in FMCG buying, category management, or procurement Proven track record of commercial delivery Experience working with retailers or technology-led products Skilled in cross-functional project management ..... full job details .....