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Category Manager - FTC

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Category Manager - FTC

  • Location:

    London

  • Sector:

    Fresh Produce

  • Salary:

    Negotiable

  • Contact:

    James Price-Wilkins

  • Job ref:

    JP19277

  • Published:

    about 1 month ago

  • Duration:

    12 - 18 months

A unique opportunity to lead fresh produce sourcing in a fast-moving, purpose-driven environment. This role is all about finding the best fruit, building strong supplier relationships, and curating exciting weekly boxes that delight customers while fighting food waste.

What You'll Do:

  • Source and negotiate fresh produce across all fruit categories, ensuring the best quality and price.
  • Create weekly fruit boxes based on seasonality, availability, and customer preferences.
  • Develop and implement a strategic sourcing plan, securing supply in a dynamic market.
  • Build and manage supplier relationships, ensuring top-tier produce and reliability.
  • Identify trends, introduce innovative products, and drive additional sales.

What You Bring:

  • Proven experience as a fruit buyer in the fresh produce industry.
  • Strong understanding of local and international supply chains.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to spot trends and drive change.
  • A passion for fresh produce and an entrepreneurial, solutions-focused approach.
  • Ability to balance supplier relationships with commercial and operational needs.

Salary - Competitive, but DOE

Hybrid Working - 3 days from home

If you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on role and want to make an impact, apply now.