Lead Category Buyer - Direct Procurement

Gordon Food Service

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Develop supplier strategies
Lead north american negotiations
Manage competitive market reviews
** Gordon Food Service is seeking a Lead Category Buyer for Direct Procurement, responsible for managing a $1 billion spend and executing negotiation strategies. The ideal candidate should have extensive procurement experience, particularly in the food service industry, and strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills. **

Job Summary

  • The Lead Category Buyer for Direct Procurement develops and executes negotiation strategies for an estimated $1 billion in North American spend.
  • Responsible for all phases of Competitive Market Reviews for defined product categories, including development of negotiation strategies, tactics, and execution plans to achieve desired outcomes.
  • The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and at least seven years of procurement experience, preferably within the food service industry.

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** Gordon Food Service is seeking a Lead Category Buyer for Direct Procurement, responsible for managing a $1 billion spend and executing negotiation strategies. The ideal candidate should have extensive procurement experience, particularly in the food service industry, and strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop supplier strategies
  • Lead North American negotiations
  • Manage competitive market reviews
  • Analyze product categories and markets
  • Drive procurement process efficiencies

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborate with Category and Brand Managers
  • Leverage broadline foodservice and retail needs
  • Maintain effective vendor relationships
  • Develop solutions to problems of moderate scope

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or 10+ years of relevant experience
  • Seven years of procurement experience
  • Proven track record of successful negotiations
  • Strong working knowledge of sourcing strategies
  • Excellent leadership abilities
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Excellent communication skills

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