Procurement Category Manager - F&B, Retail and OPEX

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Overview

In this role you shape procurement across F&B, Retail and OPEX to unlock value and drive innovation. You will partner with cross-functional teams to align category strategies with Merlin’s transformation and growth goals. You lead sourcing roadmaps, supplier negotiations and governance to deliver cost savings and performance improvements. This position offers a meaningful chance to influence global spend and strengthen supplier partnerships within a dynamic entertainment business.

Pay / Benefits

Merlin Annual Passes
Merlin Magic Pass
33 days holiday
Company bonus
Private pension scheme
40% discount online off LEGO

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver global category strategies aligned to business objectives
Create sourcing roadmaps that drive value, innovation and operational excellence
Identify spend optimisation opportunities and consolidate suppliers
Lead procurement transformation initiatives and governance
Promote adoption of procurement tools, analytics and category frameworks
Manage complex sourcing projects, negotiations and contract activities
Deliver measurable cost savings and value creation across categories
Build strategic supplier partnerships and foster continuous improvement
Manage supplier risk and ensure governance, cybersecurity and data protection compliance
Partner with Finance, Legal, Risk and Operations stakeholders

Key requirements

Specialised procurement experience in F&B, Retail or OPEX within a complex global organisation
Proven ability to develop and implement category strategies
Track record of procurement transformation or maturity improvements
Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills
Experience managing strategic relationships with global technology vendors
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills