F&B Category Lead - Hospitality Procurement

Warner Leisure Hotels; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in the UK is seeking a Category Manager to oversee procurement processes across its properties. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, conducting negotiations, and ensuring compliance with contracts. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in procurement management within the hospitality sector, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role is vital in ensuring value and quality across all procurement activities.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Flexible working options

Opportunities for development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in procurement management.
• Broad knowledge of procurement and supply chain management in hospitality.
• Experience within the hospitality and leisure sector or similar operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supplier compliance and performance.
• Develop sourcing and category processes.
• Support procurement activities and contract management.

Skills

Procurement management

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Agile environment adaptability

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A leading hotel chain in the UK is seeking a Category Manager to oversee procurement processes across its properties. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, conducting negotiations, and ensuring compliance with contracts. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in procurement management within the hospitality sector, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role is vital in ensuring value and quality across all procurement activities.