CATEGORY BUYER food sector – COSTABISSARA EUR 50.000 - 70.000 We are looking for a Category Buyer highly motivated to join our team. If you have a strong passion for the food industry and experience in the meat sector , this could be the professional opportunity you've been looking for. Responsibilities: Manage the entire purchasing process for the meat category, including supplier selection, contract negotiation, and relationship management with existing suppliers; Constantly monitor the market and identify emerging trends, cost opportunities, and new sources of supply; Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to optimize product quality, costs, and availability; Collaborate closely with the team to ensure a diversified meat assortment suited to the needs of the company's business; Conduct detailed analysis of category performance, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and propose corrective actions; Maintain clear and regular communication with various company departments, including logistics, marketing, and tenders, to ensure efficient management of the flow of goods and a competitive pricing strategy; Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies regarding quality and sustainability. Requirements: Experience in the purchasing sector with a focus on the meat category is preferable, but we also positively evaluate those who are new to their experience with a desire to learn and grow in the sector; Knowledge of the meat market, including product varieties, suppliers, and pricing dynamics preferred; Negotiation skills and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; Direct hiring. About us: Organizational culture oriented towards innovation and continuous improvement; Possibility of using, at a symbolic price, the company restaurant or similar; Support for psychological well-being through an online platform that operates anonymously and confidentially, also available to family members; Continuous technical and transversal training policy both in person and with a dedicated e-learning platform. J-18808-Ljbffr